Darwins Fishing
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park
Entry fees apply
At the very top of the Northern Territory in Arnhem Land, the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park is remote and rugged, fringed with magnificent white sand beaches on the Cobourg Peninsula. The national park is perfect for trekking, birdwatching, walking, fishing, boating and photography. Occupying 2,207 square kilometres, Garig Gunak Barlu National Park includes the Cobourg Peninsula and some of the surrounding islands. It extends to the low water mark and includes an extensive inner-tidal area. Waters surrounding the peninsula are incorporated into the Territory's largest marine reserve.
Facilities
Entry fees apply
At the very top of the Northern Territory in Arnhem Land, the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park is remote and rugged, fringed with magnificent white sand beaches on the Cobourg Peninsula. The national park is perfect for trekking, birdwatching, walking, fishing, boating and photography. Occupying 2,207 square kilometres, Garig Gunak Barlu National Park includes the Cobourg Peninsula and some of the surrounding islands. It extends to the low water mark and includes an extensive inner-tidal area. Waters surrounding the peninsula are incorporated into the Territory's largest marine reserve.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Viewing Platform
Mary River National Park Free entry
The Mary River National Park, protects a part of the Mary River catchment. Freshwater billabongs, including well-known fishing spots Shady Camp and Corroboree Billabong, and paperbark and monsoon forests, provide visitors with excellent opportunities for wildlife watching, fishing, bush walking and photography.
The Mary River is one of eight rivers in the Top End that have large floodplains in their catchments, and the Arnhem Highway crosses five of the eight rivers between Darwin and Jabiru.
Facilities
The Mary River National Park, protects a part of the Mary River catchment. Freshwater billabongs, including well-known fishing spots Shady Camp and Corroboree Billabong, and paperbark and monsoon forests, provide visitors with excellent opportunities for wildlife watching, fishing, bush walking and photography.
The Mary River is one of eight rivers in the Top End that have large floodplains in their catchments, and the Arnhem Highway crosses five of the eight rivers between Darwin and Jabiru.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Viewing Platform
Rockhole Free entry
Located off Point Stuart Road, in the Mary River National Park (proposed), Rockhole is an excellent stepping-off point from which to enjoy a day’s fishing or exploration of the tranquil surrounds.
From the boat ramp it is possible to access the network of billabongs and channels that make up the Mary River floodplains, home to spectacular fishing and a diverse range of flora and fauna, including large saltwater crocodiles.
No camping is permitted at Rockhole. Please note that the road may be subject to closure during the Tropical Summer, between the months of December through to April.
Facilities
Located off Point Stuart Road, in the Mary River National Park (proposed), Rockhole is an excellent stepping-off point from which to enjoy a day’s fishing or exploration of the tranquil surrounds.
From the boat ramp it is possible to access the network of billabongs and channels that make up the Mary River floodplains, home to spectacular fishing and a diverse range of flora and fauna, including large saltwater crocodiles.
No camping is permitted at Rockhole. Please note that the road may be subject to closure during the Tropical Summer, between the months of December through to April.
Facilities
- Car park
- Interpretive Centre
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
Shady Camp
Free entry
Shady Camp, located along Point Stuart Road, is a popular spot for anglers with a boat ramp onto the lower reaches of the Mary River. The viewing platform across the Mary River floodplain allows travellers to observe the abundant wildlife of the area, including awesome saltwater crocodiles. Shady Camp is surrounded by fresh water billabongs, paperbark and monsoon forests, making it a picturesque area to explore.
Camping is permitted and camping fees apply. Please note that there may be possible road closures during the Tropical Summer, between November and April, due to high water levels.
Facilities
Free entry
Shady Camp, located along Point Stuart Road, is a popular spot for anglers with a boat ramp onto the lower reaches of the Mary River. The viewing platform across the Mary River floodplain allows travellers to observe the abundant wildlife of the area, including awesome saltwater crocodiles. Shady Camp is surrounded by fresh water billabongs, paperbark and monsoon forests, making it a picturesque area to explore.
Camping is permitted and camping fees apply. Please note that there may be possible road closures during the Tropical Summer, between November and April, due to high water levels.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Viewing Platform
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