Grey nomads heading up to the NT at the moment will no doubt be pleased to hear that one of its most iconic attractions, Wangi Falls, is already open to visitors.
Located in Litchfield National Park, the stunning falls – which don’t normally open until well into June – are enjoyed by around 200,000 visitors each year and offer the most accessible swimming spot in the park.
Minister for Parks and Wildlife, Marie-Clare Boothby, said the reopening is great news for tourism, local businesses, and the broader Territory lifestyle.
“Wangi Falls is a drawcard for the Top End, bringing in hundreds of thousands of visitors each year and supporting cafes, accommodation providers and tourism operators right across the region,” she said.
Wangi Fall is an iconic NT destination. PIC: NT Government
“With its twin waterfalls, natural plunge pool and easy access, Wangi is a must-visit, whether you’re after a swim, a scenic picnic or a weekend camping trip.”
A new crocodile deterrent fence is currently being installed at Wangi Falls, replacing the previous structure, and set for completion during this dry season.
Wangi Falls joins other recently reopened sites, including Berry Springs, Walker Creek and Central Valley camping areas.
Minister Boothby said the Government was determined to back tourism as a key pillar of the Territory’s recovery.
“We’re prioritising our parks and reserves to drive visitation and protect our natural assets, with more than 3.8 million visits across our parks each year,” she said. “In the 2025-26 Budget, we’ve committed $52.4 million to our parks and reserves, because they are central to our lifestyle and economy.”
District Manager Top End Parks Andrew Turner said: “Opening Wangi Falls is a result of lots of hard work by our NT Parks and Wildlife rangers. We hope visitors to Litchfield National Park enjoy this stunning spot for a swim.”
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It’s worth the walk up and around the top of the Falls. Not a bad view either.
Previously called the UDP (I think I remember correctly) Falls. It was featured in a scene in the movie ‘Crocodile Dundee’
It is good to see all the updates making it a great place for a day trip from Darwin. Camping would even be better.
When I visited the falls more than fifty years ago it was bare — I cannot remember if there was even a toilet there!
Likewise, Berry Springs was also a ‘bare’ park, although there were toilets there. There was always the chance of finding a crocodile in the pool as only a short walk downstream of only a couple hundred metres comes to tidal mangroves. Folklore at that time was that late one afternoon after a swimming session ended a saltwater crocodile had indeed been shot in the pool.
