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The Top 12 Gorges in Northern Territory

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 12

to choose from in Northern Territory. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Northern Territory.

Last updated: October 27, 2025

Kings Canyon Walk

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Kings Canyon is part and main attraction of Watarrka National Park in the Australian Northern Territory. It is located 245 kilometers as the crow flies southwest of Alice Springs in …

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Garden of Eden, Watarrka National Park

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In the upper part of the canyon system is the 'Garden of Eden' (accessible via the Kings Canyon Rim Walk, marked with blue arrows) with lush vegetation, some of which are relics from an earlier humid climatic period.

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Kantju Gorge

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A really quiet, wonderful place - if you manage to catch a tourist break.

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Katherine Gorge Lookout

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Geat view on the Kahterine River as the highlight of a nice walk (Baruwei Loop Walk). Best to leave early in the morning.

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Walpa Gorge

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Very worth seeing, you have to see it

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Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye)

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ideally at lunchtime when the sun is directly over the gorge

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Karingana Lookout

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Awesome view, but the way there is really demanding, you should definitely have some surefootedness and physical condition, especially when it's warm. Hikers should definitely heed the warnings on the signs!

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Gregory National Park / Escarpment Walk & Joe Creek Walk

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A magnificent rock formation with a fantastic landscape is offered on this trail.
The rocky and steep Escarpment Walk starts 2km west of the Victoria River Bridge and offers fantastic …

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Nitmiluk National Park Gorge – By Boat, Canoe, or Hiking

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Over the millennia, the Katherine River has carved three deep gorges into the rocky mountains. There are beautiful tours lasting two or four hours, with detailed explanations of the flora …

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Jedda's Rock – Katherine Gorge – Nitmiluk National Park

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If want to take a glimpse of the second gorge, Jeddas Rock is the place to do this. The view from Jeddas Rock is impressive and worth the effort of an extended walk.

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The Top 12 Gorges in Northern Territory

Kings Canyon Walk

Garden of Eden, Watarrka National Park

Kantju Gorge

Katherine Gorge Lookout

Walpa Gorge

Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye)

Karingana Lookout

Gregory National Park / Escarpment Walk & Joe Creek Walk

Nitmiluk National Park Gorge – By Boat, Canoe, or Hiking

Jedda's Rock – Katherine Gorge – Nitmiluk National Park

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