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Mary River National Park

The Mary River National Park (proposed) protects a part of the Mary River Catchment. Freshwater billabongs, paperbark and monsoon forests provide visitors with excellent opportunities for wildlife watching, fishing, bushwalking and photography.

The Mary River is one of eight rivers in the Top End which have large floodplains in their catchments. The Arneham Highway takes you across five of the eight rivers as you travel between Darwin and Jabiru.

Access

Located 150 km east of Darwin along the Arnhem Highway.

In the dry season (May - September) most areas are accessible to all vehicles, however many roads are unsealed. During the wet season (October - April) flooding causes road closures.

When to Visit

Commercial tours and accommodation are available all year. For more information contact Darwin Region Tourism Association. The most comfortable time to visit is during the dry season (May - September).

What to see and Do

Mary River Crossing - on the Arnhem Highway 3 km west of the Bark Hut Inn. A picnic area, toilets and boat ramp make this an ideal site to access the Mary River Site.

Rockhole - a popular access point to the waterways of the Mary River. A boat ramp and picnic facilities are located here. Barramundi fishing is popular.

Couzen's Lookout Camping Area - offers secluded camping beside the Mary River. It is only a short walk to the lookout where the sunsets are stunning.

Brian Creek Monsoon Forest - a patch of diverse monsoon forest which contrasts strongly with the surrounding woodlands. Easily accessible.

Shady Camp - a popular fishing spot with boat ramps, picnic areas, toilets. A viewing platform offers excellent views of the river and its many crocodiles upstream. A barrage helps prevent saltwater entering the freshwater wetlands.

Mistake Billabong - a viewing platform provides shade while you watch life on the billabong.

No swimming - esturine crocodiles inhabit these waters.


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