Litchfield Tourist Park can be reached from Darwin and Katherine via very good sealed roads. Once here, most of the roads to the major attractions are by sealed road. There are a couple of tracks opened during our dry season for 4WD enthusiasts.
Do you need a 4×4 for Litchfield?
The entrance to Litchfield National Park sits just under 90 minutes from Darwin. Self-drive is the most common way to explore the area, and while not required, a 4WD vehicle will allow you to access all routes within the park. If you prefer not to drive, there are day tours from Darwin operating daily.
Is Litchfield loop sealed?
Litchfield Park Road is one of the most scenic drives in the Northern Territory of Australia. This sealed road runs through the Litchfield National Park.
Is the road from Darwin to Litchfield National Park?
Litchfield is a comfortable 90 minute drive south from Darwin along a sealed road. You can also base yourself in the nearby town of Batchelor, or drive north along the Stuart Highway from Katherine.
Can you self drive to Litchfield National Park?
Whether it be a hire car or your own vehicle, there are many benefits to self-driving to Litchfield National Park and is certainly an easy option to get there from Darwin (for the most part anyway).
Is the road from Berry Springs to Litchfield sealed?
The entire length of the road has been sealed since 2004. In addition to providing access to the Cox Peninsula, the tourist attractions of Litchfield National Park, Territory Wildlife Park and thermal pools at Berry Springs are also accessed from the road.
Do you need a 4WD for Kakadu and Litchfield?
Advantages of 4WDs. We’ll be honest, to access the best parts of Kakadu National Park, a 4WD is essential. Many great spots are accessible in a 2WD. However, you won’t be able to access any waterfalls, gorges or swimming holes as they are all located on unsealed roads.
Is Litchfield park road fully sealed?
Litchfield Tourist Park can be reached from Darwin and Katherine via very good sealed roads. Once here, most of the roads to the major attractions are by sealed road. There are a couple of tracks opened during our dry season for 4WD enthusiasts. Drive 85km south of Darwin or 27 km north of Adelaide River.
Are road sealed in Litchfield park?
Litchfield National Park’s major attractions are linked by a sealed road, although a four-wheel drive is necessary to access The Lost City and the Reynolds River Track.
Are there crocodiles in Litchfield?
Are There Crocodiles In Litchfield National Park? Yes, Saltwater crocodiles live in both saltwater and freshwater areas of the Northern Territory (NT). They are common throughout the Top End and Katherine regions.
Can you take a caravan to Litchfield?
Litchfield Safari Camp
Powered and unpowered sites can accommodated caravans, motorhomes and campers as well as coaches. Pets are welcome on-site but they must be controlled and on a lead.
Are there crocodiles in Lichfield?
Yes! Best of all, Litchfield’s swimming areas are almost all crocodile-free! Yes! Litchfield National Park is a great place to swim all year-round depending upon weather and water conditions.
Can you drive to Litchfield in a 2WD?
One of the best things about Litchfield is that it’s accessible to 2WDs, however, the sturdier your vehicle the more (unsealed) roads you’ll be able to venture down. For more on road tripping in the NT, check out AT’s guide.
Can you do Litchfield in a day?
It’s best to stay at least two to three days in Litchfield to experience the true beauty. With plenty of plunge pools and rockholes to keep you busy. You can spend as little as one day in the park however to really experience the park we suggest you stay longer.
Is the road from Darwin to Gove sealed?
The Central Arnhem Road is 675km long and is predominately unsealed dirt with a few small river crossings along the way. The drive begins 50km south of Katherine and finishes in Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula.
Which is better Kakadu or Litchfield?
Verdict: Litchfield
However, Litchfield just beats Kakadu for ease of access, quality of walks, and the fact that most of Litchfield’s walks end at beautiful waterfalls where you can have a swim.
Can you swim in Litchfield?
Litchfield National Park has many beautiful designated swimming areas for visitors to enjoy. Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Wangi Falls, Walker Creek, Cascades, Tjaynera Falls and Surprise Creek Falls are all great spots for a refreshing dip.
How long is the Litchfield Loop?
Take another dip here, or if the pool is closed due to dangerous currents, embark on the three-kilometre (1.9-mile) loop track that takes you up and over the falls.
How do I get from Darwin to Litchfield?
There is no direct connection from Darwin to Litchfield National Park. However, you can take the bus to Adelaide River then take the travel to Litchfield National Park. Greyhound Australia is the country’s only long-distance bus operator running services in all states and territories.
Is the road from Darwin to Dundee Beach sealed?
It has in many ways become Darwin’s playground. The NT Government has over the past 10 years installed electricity to the region and sealed the main road to Dundee including the construction of bridges but in many ways, Dundee has been left to its own devices.
Is Jim Jim Road sealed?
Located at the south end of Kakadu National Park, the road to the imposing waterfall is unsealed and corrugated. It’s called Jim Jim Road. It’s in good conditions up to the camping area, and then 10 km of 4WD only track. The last 10 kilometres of track includes areas of soft sand.