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

• Production is now underway for the new Australian film High Ground. Filming will take place at various locations across Kakadu National Park through to early November. While most filming will take place away from visitor sites, some scenes will be shot in the Gunlom area in late October with areas closed during this time. We recommend checking this access report for updates. During filming, you may also hear some noise from the film set. If you’re unsure where a noise is coming from, please contact us on 08 8938 1120 to check.

• Jim Jim Falls road is currently being graded. Please be aware of grader on road and take necessary precautions when driving.

• Twin Falls boat shuttle is not running until further notice due to maintenance repairs.

• The Jim Jim Creek crossing is currently 0.8 m deep. Access is strictly by high-clearance 4WD with vehicle snorkel. Please adhere to all warning signs and do not enter the water

• Inspection work will commence shortly on the Adelaide River Bridge, Mary River Bridge and South Alligator River Bridge along the Arnhem Highway. Temporary lane closures and speed restrictions will be in place to ensure the safety of motorists and workers. This work is anticipated to take up to three weeks. For further information, please contact Cielo Alvaran at the Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics on 02 8999 4673 or cielo.avaran@nt.gov.au.

• Please drive with care on all roads in the national park. We recommend you avoid travelling at dawn or dusk as local wildlife are more active at these times.