Territorians and visitors can now camp and enjoy picturesque views of the escarpment at an upgraded campground within Judbarra / Gregory National Park.
Located a few hours west of Katherine on the Victoria Highway, Gregory National Park is the Territory's largest park, offering camping, fishing and four-wheel driving recreational activities.
The Lawler Labor Government has invested $1 million into the redevelopment of Gumil Campground, featuring two lookouts with spectacular views over some of the Territory's most valuable natural and cultural landscapes.
Gumil Lookout and Campground is 27 km east of the Victoria River Roadhouse, accessible by a steep 4WD track, and now open throughout the dry season for camping.
Traditional Owners of the Park celebrated the official opening of the campground, which offers 16 unpowered sites, an amenities block, and access to wood fired BBQ's. Visitors will need to be fully self-sufficient and provide their own water supplies.
Last year the Park attracted almost 50,000 visitors, offering a number of 4WD tracks for suitably prepared visitors to explore.
The Park can be reached via the Victoria Highway from Katherine and Kununurra, or via the unsealed Buntine and Buchanan highways.
Local Territory business Katherine Constructions undertook the campground upgrades, with 8 locals working in the construction phase of the project.
The Traditional Owners have welcomed visitors to their country and shared their culture for decades. Gregory National Park is jointly managed by Traditional Owners and the Northern Territory Government, working together to protect the diverse flora and fauna in the Park.
The Territory Labor Government has completed major upgrades to nine Territory Parks, including six new camp grounds, eight walking trails, lookouts and amenities.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Parks and Rangers Selena Uibo:
"We know how much Territorians and visitors love to spend time outdoors - that is why we have invested in improving the Gumil campground at Gregory National Park.
"The Territory Labor Government has worked closely with Traditional Owners to protect our unique landscape through joint management, and ensure the Park can be safely enjoyed.
Quotes attributable to Member for Gwoja Chansey Paech:
"Gregory National Park showcases the transition zone between the Territory's tropical and semi-arid regions and boasts stunning gorges, escarpments, and sandstone formations of the Victoria Daly Region."
"As local member, it is great to see improvements in our Parks that are cherished and protected by the Traditional Owners."
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