Gunlom is open!

Gunlom has opened to visitors today, marking the welcome return of one of Kakadu’s most iconic attractions.

The site is known for its stunning upper pools that provide sweeping views across the vast landscape of Kakadu.

Visitors can explore the site’s newly installed interpretive signage, developed with Traditional Owners, to share the rich cultural, environmental and historical significance of Gunlom to the Jawoyn people.

Gunlom also features a campground which operates on a first-come, first-served basis, with fees collected on-site. Visitors to the campground are advised to bring their own drinking water as potable water is not available at the campground.

If the campground reaches capacity, visitors can head to the nearby Kambolgie campground as an alternative.

Rangers had the site ready to welcome visitors in May, but unseasonal heavy rainfall and flash flooding damaged boardwalks, walking trails and access roads, making it unsafe to open as planned. Extensive repair and safety works have since been completed.

Prior to the rain in late May, rangers identified a saltwater crocodile in the lower waterhole. While the site has been closely monitored and the crocodile has not been sighted, its presence cannot be ruled out.

For safety reasons, swimming is not permitted in the lower waterhole, with fencing and clear signage in place.

It’s a timely reminder that Kakadu is crocodile country and to always Be Crocwise.

Visitors can still enjoy views of the lower waterhole from a safe distance.