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Nitmiluk Gorge

Cruise or walk the gorge famous for its towering sandstone cliffs and rock art sites

Nitmiluk (also known as Katherine Gorge) is a 13 gorge system that meanders around the Katherine River in Nitmiluk National Park.

You can experience the gorge by:

  • walking
  • canoeing
  • mountain bike riding
  • swimming
  • camping
  • boating
  • fishing.

This park requires visitors to the NT to have a NT Parks Visitor Pass.

Get the Nitmiluk Gorge fact sheet and map PDF (2.5 MB).

Check if the site is open

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

Park sitesStatusComments Forecast opening
Swimming in Katherine River - gorge 1 Closed Permanently closed to swimming and canoeing. -
Swimming in Katherine River - gorges 2 and 3 ClosedDue to continued strong currents.Dry season 2026
Swimming in Katherine River - gorges 4 upwards  Closed Due to continued strong currents.Dry season 2026
Private canoeing (day) - gorges 2 and upriver Closed Due to high river levels and strong currents. Prior to opening Crocodile survey and facility repair is required. Please note that the closure may extend into July.1 July 2026
Overnight canoeing Closed Due to high river levels and strong currents. Prior to opening Crocodile survey and facility repair is required. Please note that the closure may extend into July.1 July 2026
Fourth Gorge campsite Closed Due to high river levels and strong currents. Prior to opening Crocodile survey and facility repair is required. Please note that the closure may extend into July.1 July 2026
Sixth Gorge campsite Closed Due to high river levels and strong currents. Prior to opening Crocodile survey and facility repair is required. Please note that the closure may extend into July.1 July 2026
Ninth Gorge campsite Closed Due to high river levels and strong currents. Prior to opening Crocodile survey and facility repair is required. Please note that the closure may extend into July.1 July 2026
Jatbula Trail ClosedDue to sodden and unsafe walking conditions.1 July 2026
Northern Rockhole - swimming ClosedDue to sodden and unsafe conditions.June 2026
Baruwei Loop Walk Open -
Boat tours Open For more information contact Nitmiluk Tours on 1300 146 743 or go to the Nitmiluk Katherine website -

Nitmiluk Visitor Centre

The Nitmiluk Visitor Centre is located at the entrance to Nitmiluk Gorge.

The centre has a cafe, souvenir shop and cultural displays.

Book boat tours, helicopter flights and canoe trips at the centre.

Opening hours vary. Find out more on the Nitmiluk Tours website.

Activities

  • Canoe and camp the gorge - hire a canoe from the visitor centre and camp along the Katherine River.
  • Bushwalk and camp the gorge - take a few days to meander around the gorge.
  • Discover the gorge from the air by booking a helicopter tour.
  • Take a boat tour along the gorge.
  • Fish the gorge (lures only).
  • Take a short walk around the bushlands near the visitor centre.
  • Bring your mountain bike and ride the trails.

Read more about:

Address
Gorge Road, Nitmiluk
Contact
08 8973 8888
Park pass required
Yes
Safety information

Prepare and stay safe in parks and reserves. Check forecast temperatures before you visit.

Facilities
  • Accommodation
  • BBQ - Wood
  • BBQ - Gas
  • Caravan
  • Coffee
  • Cooking
  • Cultural art
  • Disabled access
  • Food
  • Information signs
  • Phone
  • Public toilets
  • Ranger station
  • Water - Drinking water
Activities
  • Boat
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Mountain bike
  • Picnic
  • Sightseeing
  • Swimming
  • Walking

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