171 Ubirr Rocks (GPX)
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Kakadu National Park
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A circular track that takes you past several fascinating Aboriginal rock art sites. A moderately steep 250m climb takes you to Nadad Lookout that offers a 360° view of the surrounding floodplain, with the Arnhem Land escarpment to the east.
Lookouts
Toilets
No Dogs Permitted
Eucalypt Forest
85m
Maximum Elevation
32m
Total Climb
Getting there:
From Jabiru backtrack towards Darwin on the Arnhem Highway for 17km and turn right onto the Ubirr Road towards Border Store and then follow the signs to Ubirr.
You have to appreciate that at certain times of the year, the road from Jabiru to Ubirr may not be open due to flooding. This can be checked at the Bowali Visitor Centre or online at:
Kakadu Access 'map'.
Maps:
Route/Trail notes:
From the car park, the track is well marked and trodden. At the far end, follow the arrows on the rocks to climb up to the lookout. Return by the same route and continue the circuit back to the car park.
Permits/Costs:
An entry permit to Kakadu National Park is required by all visitors, which can be obtained from the Bowali Visitor Centre or online at Kakadu Permit
Other References/Comments:
Drop down to Cahills Crossing on your return for a picnic and a chance for a croc sighting on the East Alligator River and see the numerous vehicle that did not make it across the causeway. There are also a number of other walks that start from here: Bardrdjilidji, Manngarree Rainforest and Sandstone Bushwalk.
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