Litchfield National Park

Litchfield National Park is an only). Camping fees apply. (See Walkers, notify a reliable person of ancient landscape shaped by Camping Information sheet). your intended route and expected water. It features numerous Generators are not permitted in return time. stunning waterfalls which Litchfield National Park A satellite phone or personal locator beacon is also recommended. cascade from the sandstone Accommodation, dining plateau of the Tabletop Range. and camping - are also The Park covers approximately available outside the Park at Safety and Comfort 1500 sq km and contains several commercial sites. • Swim only in designated areas. representative examples of most of Picnicking - shady spots • Observe park safety signs.

Fact Sheet the Top End’s natural habitats. available, see map. • Carry and drink plenty of water. Intriguing magnetic termite Kiosk - located at Wangi • Wear a shady hat, insect mounds, historical sites and the Falls. repellent and sunscreen. weathered sandstone pillars of the • Wear suitable clothing and Lost City are a must for visitors. Swim - Florence Falls, footwear. Whilst shady monsoon forest Buley Rockhole, Wangi • Scrub Typhus is transmitted walks provide retreats from the Falls, Walker Creek, Cascades, by microscopic bush mites heat of the day. Tjaynera Falls and Surprise Creek on grasses and bushes - avoid Falls are designated swimming sitting on bare ground or grass; Aboriginal people have lived areas. Note: some waterways can use a ground cover. throughout the area for thousands become unsafe after heavy rain • Carry a first aid kit. of years. It is important to and are closed for swimming - • Avoid strenuous activity during the Koongurrukun, Mak Mak heed warnings. the heat of the day. Marranunggu, Werat and Warray No swimming • Note locations of Emergency Aboriginal people whose Ancestral Call Devices. - Swim only in Spirits formed the landscape, Ensure your vehicle is well designated areas - heed all signs. • plants and animals and are still maintained and equipped. present in the landscape today. Walking - beautiful, quiet • Beware of theft, lock vehicles walks leave from most and secure valuables. Access (see map) popular sites. Signs in the carparks The Park is about 120 km south- and along the tracks will show you Please Remember west of Darwin, on sealed roads the way. They vary between short • Put your rubbish in the bin or via Batchelor. In the dry season it strolls and walks of 1 to 3 km. take it away with you. is also possible to get to the Park Keep to designated roads and 4WD Tracks - The Lost • via (some tracks. City and Reynolds River unsealed sections) and the Daly • All cultural items and wildlife tracks open during the dry season River Road (4WD). are protected. when conditions permit. Check • Pets are not permitted. When to Visit road conditions on 1 800 246 199 • Don’t feed native animals. This Park is spectacular at any time. prior to your visit, or visit the • Nets, traps and firearms are not The falls flow year round and are website www.roadreport.nt.gov.au permitted. most spectacular in the wet and Fuel is not available in the • Take care with fire, light fires early dry season. Park. only in fireplaces provided. What to See and Do Water in this park is not • Avoid using soaps and detergent Camping - see map for treated. Boil water before in or near waterways. details. Non powered drinking, or bring your own. • Camp in designated areas. caravan camping sites are only • Collect firewood (fallen timber) available at Wangi Falls. 4WD The Tabletop Track is a from main Litchfield Park Road. camping areas (dry season only) 39 km circuit bushwalk. • Generators are not permitted in are at Tjaynera Falls (Sandy Track access at Florence Falls, this Park. Creek), Surprise Creek Falls and Greenant Creek, Wangi Falls and • Observe all fishing regulations. downstream from Florence Falls. Walker Creek. You must camp in • Check that your vehicle is not Walk-in camping sites are available designated campgrounds. transporting weeds and pests along Walker Creek. (dry season like Cane Toads.

Parks & Wildlife Commission of the Batchelor Office Head Office - Goyder Centre Ph: (08) 8976 0282 25 Chung Wah Tce PALMERSTON NT Fax: (08) 8976 0292 PO Box 496 PALMERSTON NT 0831 www.nt.gov.au/nretas/parks Ph: (08) 8999 4555 Litchfield National Park Darwin

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Camping Telephone Emergency Call Caravan Device Batchelor to Termite Mounds...... 35km Batchelor to Florence Falls...... 42 km Police Medical assistance Florence Falls to Wangi Falls...... 26 km Park Boundary 4WD track - from Litchfield Park Road 4WD Track to ...... 44 km To Daly River Sealed Road (36km) Daly River Road To Stuart Highway Unsealed Road D/04/2012PWCNT Fact Sheet For more information see our website: www.nt.gov.au/nretas/parks or contact Tourism Top End (08) 8980 6000 or 1300 138 886 www.tourismtopend.com.au