Address & Contact
Cobourg NT
Phone: 08 8979 0244
Email: N/A
Web: https://nt.gov.au/leisure/parks-reserves/rules-and-permits/permits-for-parks/permits-for-cobourg-peninsula-garig-gunak-barlu-national-park
The entire Cobourg Peninsula lies within the
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park in northern Arnhem Land. This is a remote and rugged paradise fringed with white sandy beaches and rich marine life. Access is via air, sea or an unsealed road (four-wheel drive only) through Arnhem Land that is usually open in the dry season (May-September), depending on the rains, and a park permit is required and you will need a permit to
camp at
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park. You must pay your camping fees at least six weeks before you travel to the park.
This Place marker is a generic location on the Peninsula and should not be used for navigation. See specific sites for camping, points of interest etc by referring to the list of "Nearby Places" or browsing the map for other markers.
DISTANCES, DIFFICULTY, & WARNINGS
Cahills Crossing to Smith Point, 560km return. Four to five hours driving time.
Moderate difficulty with numerous creek crossings that can vary in depth (use depth markers). Expect dust, corrugation and slippery bends. Take a high-clearance 4X4 with two spares. Tents and camper-trailers only; no caravans. Permit required. You must
check in with the
ranger upon arrival at
Black Point.
See
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park for more details.