BUSH CAMPING AND SOLITUDE
There are two official campgrounds on the Reynolds River Track: Tjaynera Falls and Surprise Creek, both accessible only by 4WD. These campgrounds offer flushing toilets, picnic tables and peace. There are also solarheated showers, but no power, and no phone signal – precisely what many of us are chasing.
If you’ re looking for a quiet night under the stars, these sites are ideal. Bring a gas stove or, if you want a fire, you are permitted to collect wood on the main track. Take your rubbish with you, and book online through the NT Parks website before you go. These are genuine bush sites, but that’ s the beauty of them.
It’ s wise to follow directions.
Rob prepared a ripper lunch.
CROCS, CROSSINGS AND COMMON SENSE
While swimming is part of the joy of Litchfield, it’ s vital to only swim in designated safe areas. Parks NT actively manages saltwater crocodiles in popular spots, such as Tjaynera Falls and Surprise Creek. However, conditions can change rapidly, especially after the wet season. Obey all signage and check with rangers before entering the water.
As for the river crossings, they’ re manageable for a properly equipped 4WD in the right hands, but things can go pear-shaped quickly. Soft edges, rising water levels and hidden obstacles mean every crossing needs to be treated with respect.
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