Camping in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem
9 campgrounds · 2 with powered sites · 2 with showers · 2 with tent sites
This is the Top End's big national park country: Litchfield's waterfalls less than two hours from Darwin, the World Heritage wetlands and rock art of Kakadu, and the edge of Arnhem Land beyond. Kakadu covers about 19,800 square kilometres, is listed for both its natural and cultural values, and is run jointly by its Aboriginal traditional owners and Parks Australia.
Where is the best place to camp in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem?
For Litchfield, BIG4 Batchelor Holiday Park is in Batchelor, about 98 km south of Darwin on the all-weather road into the park, and Litchfield itself has camping grounds at seven locations, including Wangi Falls and Florence Falls. For Kakadu, Jabiru is the town completely surrounded by the park, with Anbinik Kakadu Resort, which has power and showers. Closer to Darwin, Shady Camp is in Mary River National Park's wetlands.
What is there to do in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem with kids?
At Litchfield, the magnetic termite mounds line up north to south to control their temperature, and in Batchelor, the Butterfly Farm Sanctuary is close to the holiday park. In Kakadu, Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock have rock art galleries of animals and creation ancestors, reached by paths and stairs, and Yellow Water Billabong and Mamukala Wetlands are good for wildlife, with about 30% of Australia's bird species recorded in the park. In 2021, the town of Jabiru was handed back to the Mirrar people.
Tap a card for the full page. Every outing is on the map below too. Distances are in a straight line, so the drive is a little longer.
What are the best waterfalls in Litchfield and Kakadu?
At Litchfield, Florence Falls has a double waterfall and swimming hole, Wangi Falls has its own camping ground, and Buley Rockhole is a set of cascading pools nearby. In Kakadu, Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls and Gunlom are among the park's waterfalls. Mary River National Park is known for its birds, and on the coast south-west of Darwin, Dundee Beach is known for its fishing.
When is the best time to go camping in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem?
The dry season. In the wet, flooded creeks and rivers become extremely hazardous and many Kakadu roads are four-wheel drive only or become impassable, so follow ranger directions and road closures. Take extra care around water during the crocodile breeding season, November to April.
Is it safe to swim in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem?
Only in designated swimming areas. Saltwater crocodiles live in the billabongs, creeks, rivers and coastal waters here and have killed people, and large ones are present in Litchfield's Finniss River area. Never swim where crocodiles may live, even without a sign, camp at least 50 metres from the water's edge and stay at least 10 metres back from riverbanks when fishing. Swimming is also restricted at some Aboriginal sacred sites, such as Greenant Creek.
Are there powered sites in Litchfield Kakadu Arnhem?
Yes. 2 campgrounds here have powered sites confirmed: Anbinik Kakadu Resort and The Lodge of Dundee. For the rest we are still confirming, so check with the park or holiday park before you book a powered site.
How far is Kakadu from Darwin?
Kakadu National Park is about 171 km south-east of Darwin, and Jabiru about 256 km. Litchfield is less than two hours' drive on sealed road, via Batchelor, Mary River National Park is about 100 km east, and Arnhem Land starts about 500 km north-east of Darwin.
Facts from Wikipedia, "Kakadu National Park" (CC BY-SA 4.0), Wikipedia, "Litchfield National Park" (CC BY-SA 4.0), Wikipedia, "Jabiru, Northern Territory" (CC BY-SA 4.0), Wikipedia, "Mary River National Park" (CC BY-SA 4.0), Parks Australia, "Kakadu safety" and NT Government, Be Crocwise: stay safe while swimming.
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9 campgrounds
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Campground · Jabiru, NT
Anbinik Kakadu Resort
Powered sites · Tent sites · Caravan and RV sites · Showers · Toilets · Drinking water
Anbinik Kakadu Resort is a campground in Jabiru, NT. OpenStreetMap records 7 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Dundee Beach, NT
The Lodge of Dundee
Powered sites · Tent sites · Caravan and RV sites · Showers · Toilets · Drinking water
The Lodge of Dundee is a campground in Dundee Beach, NT. OpenStreetMap records 7 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Jabiru, NT
Aurora Kakadu Lodge
No facilities confirmed yet.
Aurora Kakadu Lodge is a campground in Jabiru, NT. Its facilities have not been confirmed. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Batchelor, NT
BIG4 Batchelor Holiday Park
No facilities confirmed yet.
BIG4 Batchelor Holiday Park is a caravan park in Batchelor, NT. Its facilities have not been confirmed. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Cobourg, NT
Campground 2
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Campground 2 is a campground near Cobourg, NT. OpenStreetMap records 0 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Cobourg, NT
Campround 1 (No Generators)
No facilities confirmed yet.
Campround 1 (No Generators) is a campground near Cobourg, NT. OpenStreetMap records 0 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Bynoe, NT
Crab Claw Island Resort
No facilities confirmed yet.
Crab Claw Island Resort is a caravan park near Bynoe, NT. OpenStreetMap records 0 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · Point Stuart, NT
Shady Camp Camp Site
No facilities confirmed yet.
Shady Camp Camp Site is a campground near Point Stuart, NT. OpenStreetMap records 0 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
Campground · West Arnhem, NT
Wulwunj
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Wulwunj is a campground near West Arnhem, NT. OpenStreetMap records 0 facilities. Check availability and current conditions before you travel.
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Region boundary: ABS ASGS Edition 3 Tourism Regions 2021 (Tourism Research Australia), CC BY 4.0. Campgrounds and facilities from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), the operators’ own listings, and the state park services’ open data: © State Government of NSW and NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water 2017 (CC BY 4.0); contains data sourced from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Victoria (CC BY 4.0); © State of Tasmania, Parks and Wildlife Service (CC BY 3.0 AU); Main Roads Western Australia road stopping places (CC BY 4.0).