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Katherine & Big Rivers
Cutta Cutta Caves
Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park is located 27 kilometres south of Katherine. The park covers 1,499 hectares of limestone (Karst) landscape. The main feature of the park is the Cutta Cutta Caves, a limestone formation of stalactites and stalagmites. It is home to five species of bat, including the rare ghost and horseshoe bats.
The harmless brown tree snake also inhabits the caves and can often be seen coiled upon cave ledges. About 170 species of birds have been recorded within the park, including the Hooded Parrot and the endangered Gouldian Finch. Guided tours are conducted daily. The park is generally open from April/May to October, however closures due to flooding may occur during Top End Summer rains.
Giwining/Flora River Nature Park
This park is 122 kilometres southwest of Katherine via the Victoria Highway. The last 46 kilometres is unsealed suitable for 4WD vehicles (not including hire cars) during the dry season. The park incorporates 25 kilometres of the Flora River and is an ideal spot for fishing with caution (crocodiles) lure only.
The river is spring fed, featuring crystal clear waterfalls and tufa dams. Visitors can view these interesting tufa formations at Djarrung and Kathleen Falls, located a short walk from the campground. Savannah woodland covers 85 percent of the park, with lush riverine forest along the riverbanks.
The park protects a variety of wildlife, including the pig-nosed turtle. Freshwater and large saltwater crocodiles inhabit the river. Closed during Top End Summer rains.
Katherine Hot Springs
The hot springs are located just five minutes' drive from the centre of Katherine. The springs consist of a number of 25°C crystal-clear pools winding through the trees and then out to the Katherine River. The grassy banks and huge trees surrounding these pools make it a pleasant picnic spot and a playground is situated adjacent to the car park.
Wheelchair access is available via Crocker Street. Open 7am to 7pm during the dry season and during the Top End Summer the springs can close due to flooding.
Katherine River
The Katherine River flows through the centre of town and is accessible at a number of different locations, including the Low Level Nature Reserve, the Katherine Hot Springs, under the High Level Bridge and at Knotts Crossing A cycle path runs between the Low Level Nature Reserve and Knotts Crossing on the southern side of the river, then along the northern side of the river between the Low Level Bridge and the High Level Bridge to complete the loop. This is a great way to sightsee, picnic and birdwatch.
Saltwater crocodiles inhabit the Katherine River. Remember to Be Crocwise and not swim in the river.
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