Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Nitmiluk National Park adventure.
Spectacular waterfalls and gorges draw campers to this Northern Territory national park.
Previously named Katherine Gorge National Park, Nitmiluk National Park is known for its numerous gorges and waterfalls, such as Edith Falls and the Nitmiluk Gorge, which can be explored by kayak. Visitors can also swim in the gorges and waterfalls, but only in the dry season–in the rainy season there’s a risk from saltwater crocs, which travel all the way from the coast. This national park is just northeast of the Northern Territory town of Katherine. Campers have many accommodation options in and around Katherine, as well as in the national park itself, of varying levels of accessibility.
This region of Australia experiences two main seasons: the dry season (April to October) and the wet season (November to March). Temperatures and humidity can be extremely high during the wet season, making camping and outdoor activities uncomfortable for many people. Further, some parts of the park may be flooded in the wet season. Most potential campers will find it much more comfortable to visit Nitmiluk National Park in the dry season.