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Nitmiluk Gorge

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

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.

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 parks pass.

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 Open -
Swimming in Katherine River - gorges 4 upwards  Open  -
Private canoeing (day) - gorges 2 and upriver Closed - 15/10/24Seasonal closure-
Overnight canoeing Closed - 15/10/24Seasonal closure-
Fourth Gorge campsite Closed - 15/10/24Seasonal closure-
Sixth Gorge campsite Closed - 15/10/24Seasonal closure-
Ninth Gorge campsite ClosedSeasonal closure due to high ambient temperature -
Jatbula Trail ClosedSeasonal closure due to high ambient temperature
2024 walking season: 1 June to 30 September 2024. Book online.
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Northern Rockhole - walk and swimming ClosedSeasonal closure due to high ambient temperature and poor water condition in the pool. -
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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Take a swim in the paperbark and pandanus fringed natural pool

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Last updated: 07 June 2024

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