MUST SEE and CAMP: Edith Falls, NT

by Michelle Gilmore | Mar 1, 2021 | Camping, Destinations, NT

Edith Falls, known as Leliyn just 42 km north of Katherine, NT is on the road to Darwin. We thought this was an amazing location with campsites so close to swimming, plus toilets and showers.  There is a huge expanse of water and a rocky island when we were...

We’re all going on a summer holiday

by Michelle Gilmore | Dec 7, 2020 | Camping, Family Travel, Immerse Yourself In Nature, NT, Outback & Bush, QLD

Our boys have finished school for the year, so now CAMPS 11 is at the printer, we’ll sneak off to the mountains for a family break. I’m thinking bushwalking, watching sunsets and plenty of swimming under waterfalls. It’ll be great to check out their...

Neil Hargrave Lookout, NT, is a perfect base

by Michelle Gilmore | Nov 9, 2020 | Free Camping Northern Territory, Free Campsites, NT

What is amazing about this rest area is that you are in the West MacDonnell Ranges, close to tourist icons. This route is a must-see with beautiful gorges, indigenous culture, chasm, gap, hole and pits! With a bitumen surface, there are picnic tables and a BBQ, but a...

Best for bragging: WWII Gorrie Airfield, NT

by Heatley Gilmore | Jun 16, 2020 | Free Camping Northern Territory, Free Campsites, Free Dog Friendly Campsites, NT

There are absolutely no facilities – but how many people can say they’ve slept on an airfield? It is suitable for big rigs and pets, camp in dry weather only – and enjoy the views! This little strip of history was the Territory’s largest aircraft service and...

Vince Connolly Crossing (NT) has shade and space

by Michelle Gilmore | Jun 16, 2020 | Free Camping Northern Territory, Free Campsites, NT

If you are hankering after wide open spaces, then you’ve found it. A perfect overnighter, this is a roadside rest area, but has a large area where you can get away from the road. There are lots of shady sites and plenty of room. The toilets are suitable for people...

NT National Parks are re-opening

by Michelle Gilmore | Jun 15, 2020 | Bucket List, Camping, Destinations, National Parks, NT

NT premier destinations, Kakadu and Ulur̲u-Kata Tjut̲a and National Parks are opening on June 19! But it is staged, with not all areas or camping available yet. You can check out alternative places to stop the night in the CAMPS Australia Wide App and books 🙂...

Work starts on sealing the Central Arnhem Road, NT

by Michelle Gilmore | Jun 8, 2020 | Immerse Yourself In Nature, NT, Outback & Bush, Routes

Have you travelled to Nhulunbuy via the Central Arnhem Road, from Katherine in the Northern Territory? A $225 million investment starts mid 2020 to seal almost half of the 710 km road.  Known as the Bulman Road it is one of the great Aussie 4WD tracks. The 710 km...

Did you know the Tanami Track will be sealed?

by Michelle Gilmore | May 8, 2020 | Camping, Destinations, National Parks, NT, Outback & Bush, Sights, WA

  Image via Instagram: On Telstra Hill about 300km south of Halls Creek, taken by @swagmanphotography who says it is the only place on the track you can get reception before Tilmouth Well Roadhouse in NT   Have you experienced Australia’s famous track,...

KARLU KARLU or Devil’s Marbles Campground, NT

by Michelle Gilmore | Mar 30, 2020 | Camping, Destinations, NT, Sights

 Devil’s Marbles NT by @dreamyourlife_liveyourdream2 via Instagram KARLU KARLU / Devils Marbles are a sacred site known as Karlu Karlu in the language of the traditional owners the Warumungu people. Formed over millions of years, they continue to crack and...

Visit the amazing Glen Helen Gorge

by Michelle Gilmore | Oct 28, 2019 | Camping, Caravan Parks, Caravans, Destinations, Immerse Yourself In Nature, Motorhomes, NT, Outback & Bush, Sights

Reflections at Glen Helen Gorge Tourism NT/Jackson Groves Glen Helen Gorge is a perfect place to have a dip in the sandstone cliffs and watch the light change on Mount Sonder. This road trip through the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges has so many highlights –...