Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge
Katherine, Northern Territory
A chain of thirteen sandstone gorges on the Katherine River, on Jawoyn land, explored by boat, canoe or on foot, with lookouts above. Water levels and crocodile checks govern swimming and paddling; cruises run mostly in the dry season.
- Nearest town
- Katherine, Northern Territory
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -14.3140, 132.4180
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually July. Hot in all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge?
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge is in Katherine, Northern Territory, at GPS -14.3140, 132.4180.
Which road trips pass Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge?
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Darwin to Alice Springs on the Stuart Highway and Katherine, Nitmiluk and Mataranka.
What is there to see near Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge?
Places worth a stop nearby: Katherine Hot Springs (22 km), Edith Falls (Leliyn) (29 km), Edith Falls (Leliyn) (29 km) and Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park (30 km).
When is the best time to visit Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually July. Hot in all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)