The pools are opened after the Wet season rains are finished, and the water level and quality is safe for swimming. At times when there is no swimming, you can still enjoy the shady trees, picnic and barbeque areas and the wildlife.
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Is it safe to swim in Berry Springs?
Prohibitions including whether you can bring your dog: No swimming during the wet season, no pets, no nets, no traps, no firearms, no fishing, no camping. Opening times: 8 am to 6.30 pm. The kiosk is open 11 am to 5.30 pm.
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Where does the water come from at Berry Springs?
Berry Springs Dolostone Aquifer recharge
Recharge comes from rainfall and surface water bodies, such as river recharge. Significant recharge can be expected only during rainy periods.
Is Berry Springs worth visiting?
Berry springs is a bit of a hidden gem, not in the sense that it’s unknown, but in the sense that it can sound a bit boring when you first hear about it. but i promise you, this is one of the most beautiful places i have ever seen. its gorgeous, seriously. no photo can really capture the beauty of this place.
How long is the walk at Berry Springs?
It is a leisurely track, about one kilometre in length, that encompasses two different habitats, the Monsoon Rainforest and the Woodlands Walk.
Do you need a 4wd to get to Berry Springs?
No 4wd is needed. The roads are mostly all bitumen.
Can you swim at Wangi Falls?
Wangi is a large, deep water swimming escapement. You can swim right up to the falls. It’s the most accessible swimming hole in Litchfield. The path is paved from the carpark to the swimming hole.
Are there crocodiles in Litchfield National Park?
One of the park’s permanent residents is the saltwater crocodile, or the “salty” as they’re otherwise known. But you shouldn’t let that put you off, and let us tell you why: salties enter the region during the monsoonal season (October – April), when most of the park’s incredible sites are inaccessible.
Is the Outer Banks good for swimming?
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The Northern Outer Banks is ideal for vacationers who want to enjoy an ocean swim, as there are a number of lifeguarded or patrolled beaches all along this stretch of shoreline.
Are dogs allowed at Berry Springs?
Dogs are not allowed.
How do I get from Darwin to Berry Springs?
If you are driving yourself, head south from Darwin on the Stuart Highway. Travel approximately 50kms and then turn right onto Cox Peninsula Road. The Park is approximately 12kms along Cox Peninsula Road on your right. It is well sign posted all the way and we are immediately next door to Berry Springs Nature Reserve .
Can you drink spring water from the source?
Roadside springs can contain bacteria and other substances that can make you sick. Whenever possible, people should drink from a regulated public water supply system or a properly installed and maintained private well. Contact your Local Health Department to learn about other options for your drinking water.
Can you swim in Wentworth Falls?
Turn off right onto a marked trail leading you down the hillside and turn left onto the Overcliff Track. This will lead you to the top of the falls where there is a shallow, sandy-bottomed pool, suitable for a very small dip or for children to cool off in.
What time does Berry Springs Close?
The Park is 10 km along the Cox Peninsula Road. The Park is open from 8.00 am to 6.30 pm daily.
Can you swim at Butterfly Gorge?
Swimming – a swim across the main pool and through the narrowest of gorges will get you to the upper pools. A little climbing and swimming leads to the most beautiful and peaceful gorge. Walking – the Gorge and main swimming area can be accessed via two routes starting at the carpark.
Can you park a caravan at Berry Springs?
We have 100 shady grassed powered sites and large areas of non-powered sites, all suitable for big rigs, caravans, motorhomes, camper trailers and tents.
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 it easy to drive from Darwin to Kakadu?
Driving from Darwin to Kakadu National Park is an easy three-hour drive on good bitumen roads, but you can break up the journey with stops on the way at lush Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, Windows on the Wetlands, Adelaide River Jumping Crocodile Cruises, and Mary River National Park.
Is the road to Berry Springs 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.
Can you swim in Litchfield National Park?
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.
Is the road from Wangi Falls to Berry Springs sealed?
The road from Wangi Falls to Berry Springs still has about 20k’s of unsealed, corrugated dirt road, and is completely cut during the wet season by flooding at the Finniss river.