Kakadu Access Report
The Kakadu Access Report provides daily updates on the status of key visitor sites throughout Kakadu National Park.
Take in the big picture on the map and scroll down for more information about sites which interest you.
Please visit the NT Government Road Report for more information about the surrounding region.
To learn more about interpreting this report, take a look at the steps to opening a site below.
Latest news
LATEST NEWS!
KAKADU BIRD WEEK
25 – 29 September 2024 — Kakadu National Park
Kakadu National Park is a bird lover’s paradise – home to more than a third of Australia’s bird species, Kakadu is the perfect place to discover and learn all about the unique species of birds living in this magical part of the world, which is dual World Heritage-listed for both its natural and cultural values.
During Bird Week, visitors and viewers are treated to specialist lectures, cultural events and some of Australia’s best birdwatching.
Road safety
Please ensure you all drive to the road conditions to limit the need for road repairs and maintenance, and to avoid any unsafe incidents for all our road users. We can collectively contribute to preserving the road infrastructure for the benefit of all visitors
*Please note: The gate on Nourlangie road accessing Nawurlandja and (Nourlangie rock, will close at 7pm each night and reopen at 7am each morning.
Check the access report for up-to-date information.
The N.T. Parks Pass is not valid in Kakadu National Park.
Please purchase your Kakadu Park Pass online or visit the Bowali Visitor Centre.
There are 2 small shopping hubs at Cooinda and Jabiru. There is no shop or fuel at Mary River Roadhouse. The nearest fuel is available at Pine Creek, Cooinda or Jabiru.
| Visitor site | Status | Comments | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main roads | |||
| Arnhem Highway | Open | Road damage, drive with care. | |
| Kakadu Highway | Open | ||
| Old Jim Jim Road | Open | High clearance 4WD only. | |
| South Alligator region | |||
| South Alligator boat ramp and picnic area | Open | ||
| Mamukala wetlands | Open | ||
| Kungarre walk | Open | ||
| Red Lily Billabong (Djunda) | Open | 4WD essential High clearance | |
| Bucket Billabong (Ngarrababa) | Open | 4WD essential High clearance | |
| Alligator Billabong (Gurdurunguranjdju) | Open | 4WD essential High clearance | |
| Two Mile Hole Billabong | Open | ||
| Four Mile Hole Billabong | Open | 4WD essential High clearance | |
| Waldak Irrmbal (West Alligator Head) | Closed | Closed for remediation works | |
| Jabiru region | |||
| Bowali Visitor Centre | Open | 8am to 5pm daily. | |
| Bowali track | Open | All year access. | |
| Yilikadjarr walk | Open | Open since 20 July 2024 | |
| Malabanjbanjdju campground | Open | ||
| Burdulba campground | Open | ||
| East Alligator region | |||
| Ubirr rock art site | Open | Open to all vehicles. | |
| Oenpelli Road (at Magela Creek) | Open | ||
| Cahills Crossing | Open | Please check tide times | |
| Manngarre rainforest walk | Closed | Seasonal closure | |
| Bardedjilidji walk | Open | ||
| Badbong Wodjmeng sandstone river walk | Closed | Seasonal closure | |
| Merl campground | Open | ||
| Upstream boat ramp | Open | 4WD essential | |
| Downstream boat ramp | Open | 4WD essential | |
| Burrungkuy region | |||
| Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site | Open | All year access. | |
| Nawurlandja lookout walk | Open | All year access. | |
| Anbangbang Billabong walk | Open | ||
| Kubara pools walk (Gubara pools walk) | Open | 4WD accessible | |
| Nanguluwurr art site walk | Open | Open all year around. | |
| Barrk sandstone walk | Closed | Closed due to Cultural reasons. | |
| Djarradjin (Muirella Park) campground | Open | ||
| Sandy Billabong (Djirrilba) campground | Open | High clearance 4WD only. | |
| Bubba wetlands walk | Open | ||
| Mirray (Mirrai) lookout walk | Open | All year access | |
| Yellow Water region | |||
| Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) boardwalk | Open | ||
| Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) Boat Cruise | Open | Contact reservations@yellowwater.com.au for departure details and to book | |
| Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) boat ramp | Open | ||
| Home Billabong boat ramp | Open | ||
| Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre | Open | 9am to 5pm daily | |
| Mardukal (Mardugal) campground one (caravans) | Open | OPEN | |
| Mardukal (Mardugal) campground two (tents) | Open | ||
| Mardukal (Mardugal) Billabong walk | Open | ||
| Mardukal Billabong boat ramp | Open | ||
| Kungardun (Gungardun) walk | Open | ||
| Jim Jim Billabong (Djim Djim Anlabbarl) campground | Open | ||
| Jim Jim Billabong boat ramp | Open | 22/05/2024 | |
| Jim Jim and Twin Falls region | |||
| Karnamarr (Garnamarr) campground | Open | High clearance 4WD | |
| Budjmi lookout walk | Open | High clearance 4WD | |
| Jim Jim Falls (Barrkmallam) | Open | High clearance 4WD | |
| Barrk Marlam walk | Open | High clearance 4WD | |
| Twin Falls gorge | Closed | Closed until further notice for infrastructure upgrades | |
| Twin Falls plateau (escarpment) walk | Open | High clearance 4WD | |
| Bilkbilkmi (Graveside Gorge) | Open | Permit access only. High clearance 4WD. | |
| Mary River region | |||
| Gunlom | Closed | Closed until further notice | |
| Maguk | Open | 4WD recommended | |
| Yurmikmik walks | Open | 4WD recommended | |
| Kambolgie campground | Open | ||
| Bukbukluk lookout | Open | ||
| Gungurul campground | Open | ||
| Gungurul lookout and river walk | Open | ||
| Jarrangbarnmi (Koolpin Gorge) | Open | Permit required | Open since 12 August 2024 |
| Guratba/Gimbat day use area | Closed | ||
| Igoymarrwa (Ikoymarrawa) rock holes | Open | 4WD access only to lower Ikoymarrwa waterfall plunge pool. | |
| Giyamungkurr (Black Jungle Springs) | Closed | ||
Steps to opening a site
At the end of the wet season, there are typically four steps to opening a visitor site, ranging from preliminary site assessment to crocodile trapping and surveys.
Some sites also require infrastructure installation before they can be opened to the public.
Please refer to the table below for details of the work involved at each stage.
| Step | Status | Description | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site temporarily closed | Closed | Site closed due to events beyond Kakadu's control. For example: flooding, bushfires, roadworks or extreme weather. | 0% complete |
| Preliminary site assessment | Closed | Inspect the site and plan upcoming works. | 5% complete |
| Site maintenance works | Closed | Initial cleanup, road repairs, early dry season burning, feral animal and weed control. | 30% complete |
| Site cleanup | Closed | Cleaning and maintenance of visitor facilities, walking tracks and signage. | 60% complete |
| Crocodile trapping and surveys | Closed | Crocodile trap installation and monitoring. | 75% complete |
| Infrastructure installation | Closed | Followed by Park Manager approval and site opening. | 90% complete |
| Open, but beware of risks | Open (!) | Possible risks include: road conditions, fire management and ongoing maintenance work. | 100% complete |
| Site open | Open | Conditions are good. Any site specific advice will be noted. | 100% complete |
More information
For more information about Kakadu National Park, contact the Bowali Visitor Centre on (08) 8938 1120.
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