Kakadu National Park Gunlom Falls Campground
Gunlom Falls Campground sits at the base of a dramatic sandstone escarpment in Kakadu’s southern reaches, offering 40 unpowered sites along Jim Jim Creek. The campground serves as base camp for the Gunlom plunge pool — a spectacular swimming hole at the top of the falls reached by a steep 1km climb. Facilities are basic but solid: drop toilets, cold showers, and bore water. Sites are generous and well-spaced under paperbarks and pandanus. Crocodiles inhabit the creek, so swimming is limited to designated areas only.
Access requires a 37km drive on unsealed road from the Kakadu Highway — corrugated but manageable for 2WD in dry season. The road becomes impassable during the wet (November-April) and the campground closes entirely. Book ahead during the dry season as it’s one of Kakadu’s most popular spots.
Escarpment camping with plunge pool access
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 0822, Australia Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Jabiru, Northern Territory |
| Miles from pavement | 37 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 40 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $15.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-September |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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