| Cost | Booking required |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Valley, Litchfield National Park, NT |
| Pet Friendly | See Camps App |
| Campfires | See Camps App |
| Facilities | Pit toilets, no showers or water supplied |
| Vehicle Access | High clearance 4WD only, locked gate access with key |
| In Camps App | Yes – full details in Camps Australia Wide App |
Three secluded 4WD campgrounds, next to East Reynolds River are due to open May 28, 2022. To camp at Central Valley campground 1, 2 or 3, you must have a booking and key to enter. Access is via a locked gate.
These campgrounds mark the completion of the $17.5 million Turbo Charging Tourism project.
More than 300,000 people visit Litchfield National Park every year and the addition of Central Valley has created 32 new campsites across 3 campgrounds in Litchfield.
Territorians have also embraced Central Valley, with 99 per cent of camp bookings for Campground 1 coming from local residents.
Each of the campgrounds has something slightly different for visitors, with Campground 1 offering direct access to a spring-fed creek, and campgrounds 2 and 3 offering more family-friendly bush camping with a short walk to the water.
- Campground 1: 10 unpowered drive-in designated camping sites for high clearance 4WD vehicles.
- Campground 2: 12 unpowered drive-in designated camping sites for high clearance 4WD vehicles.
- Campground 3: 10 unpowered drive-in designated camping sites for 4WD vehicles.
No showers or water are supplied and pit toilets are located in each campground. Remember, swimming is in designated areas only.
Due to seasonal changes, you can usually only access Central Valley between May and November. Access outside these months is subject to weather. You should check road conditions before you travel.
We’ll keep you updated on Stage 5, which includes the construction of bike and walk trails connecting Lost City, Central Valley and Litchfield Park Road.
The project supported 96 jobs during construction.
Directions and more information in the Camps Australia Wide App. Here’s some more information on other camps and attractions at Litchfield National Park.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Central Valley campgrounds open?
The three Central Valley campgrounds opened on May 28, 2022. They’re typically accessible between May and November each year, depending on seasonal conditions and weather.
Do I need a 4WD to access these campgrounds?
Yes, all three Central Valley campgrounds require a high clearance 4WD vehicle. Access is via a locked gate and you’ll need a booking and key to enter.
What’s the difference between the three campgrounds?
Campground 1 has 10 sites with direct access to a spring-fed creek. Campgrounds 2 and 3 have 12 and 10 sites respectively, offering family-friendly bush camping with a short walk to the water.
Are there any facilities at Central Valley campgrounds?
Each campground has pit toilets only. No showers or water are supplied, so you’ll need to bring your own water and be fully self-sufficient.
Can I swim at Central Valley?
Swimming is permitted in designated areas only. Always check current safety information and follow signage at the campground.
How do I make a booking?
Check the Camps App for current booking details and availability information.
Are campfires allowed at Central Valley?
Check the Camps App for current fire regulations and restrictions at these campgrounds.
What other attractions are nearby in Litchfield National Park?
Litchfield National Park receives over 300,000 visitors annually. Stage 5 development will include bike and walk trails connecting Lost City, Central Valley and Litchfield Park Road. Check the Camps App for full details on other camps and attractions.
