Tabletop Track
Heat warning
Temperatures across the Northern Territory can be very hot between October and April.
It can exceed 40 degrees Celsius in some locations. High humidity in the Top End can also make you tire easily.
Check forecast temperatures before you visit. Find out how to prepare and stay safe in the heat.
Book and pay online
In Northern Territory (NT) parks and reserves, you must book and pay a fee online for:
Do this before you go. You can't pay at the park or reserve.
Find out more about how to use the parks booking system.
If you are ready, book now.
The Tabletop Track is an excellent, long bushwalk that lets you experience the remote wilderness of the Top End.
The walk takes you through Litchfield National Park woodlands, along creeks and to scenic waterfalls and pools.
The 39km circuit is suited for experienced, fit and well-prepared bushwalkers who can carry supplies. There are minimal facilities along the trail.
The threat of wildfires may close the track at other times.
The Tabletop Track is accessed by one of several link walks. You can also use the links to walk shorter sections of the track.
There are link walks at Florence Falls, Greenant Creek, Wangi Falls and Walker Creek.
Get the Tabletop Track information sheet and map PDF (685.5 KB).
Check if the track is open
Routes
| Walk | Distance | Time | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full circuit | 39km | 3 to 5 days | Grades 3 to 4 - moderate to moderate/difficult |
| Florence Falls to Greenant Creek | 22.5km | Allow 2 days | Grade 4 - moderate to difficult |
| Greenant Creek to Wangi Falls | 8.4km | Allow one to 2 days | Grade 4 - moderate to difficult |
| Wangi Falls to Walker Creek | 17.5km | Allow 2 days | Grade 4 - moderate to difficult |
| Walker Creek to Florence Falls | 10.7km | Allow one to 2 days | Grade 3 - moderate |
A large part of the track from Florence Falls to Greenant Creek has no natural waterways.
Camping areas
If you want to camp, you must book and pay.
You can stay at one of the 3 campgrounds along the track, or at marked campgrounds elsewhere in the park.
Find out about camping in parks and reserves.
What to carry
You should carry all of the following items in a good backpack:
- water - at least 2 litres per person, per day
- food and snacks
- a compass, first-aid kit and pocket knife
- cooking and eating utensils
- a fuel stove, fuel and matches
- spare clothes, toiletries, toilet paper and a trowel
- sunscreen and DEET-based insect repellent
- a sleeping mat, blanket, mosquito net or tent.
Safety
Your group must carry a topographic map of the area, and one of you must know how to read it.
While you still have reception, you can also get an interactive park map for offline use using the free smartphone app Avenza Maps. Make sure its updated.
You should also carry some form of emergency communication such as a satellite phone or personal locator beacon. Don't rely on mobile phones.
Read about bushwalking safety.
Last updated: 10 October 2024
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