Daly River Road from the Adelaide River Township in Northern Territory, Australia

The Daly River Crossing, the heart of the region,is about 110km west off the Stuart Hwy. The turnoffs are at either end of the Scenic Route, just north of Hayes Creek or just south of Adelaide River. The Daly River road can also be accessed through the Litchfield National Park with four-wheel drive during the dry season only.

Today the town is little more than a smaller pub with a couple airconditioned motel style units, a police station, and a small campground-caravan park. It is exotically located on the banks of the river a couple of kilometres from the beautiful Daly River Crossing.

Removed from the main tourist route by a reasonable dirt road which runs 77 km from the turnoff at the Stuart Highway, this small settlement is a centre for visitors wishing to explore the beauties of the Daly River Nature Park and fishermen eager to catch that elusive king of fishes - the barramundi.

There are locals who are prepared to declare that the best barramundi in the Territory are caught in the Daly River.

The Daly River region is located between Darwin and Katherine. Hot springs, gorges and unique ecosystems make for great camping and bushwalking. Daly River (including Woolianna) Small, sleepy outpost on the Daly River.

The Daly River Region is nestled between Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks in the Northern Territory of Australia, 230kms south west of Darwin (Capital of the Northern Territory) and 260km north west of Katherine.

The region is home to a number of Aboriginal peoples living in various communities within the area. A map of the Daly River can be found at http://www.nt.gov.au

Located 224 km south of Darwin. The river was discovered in 1865 by Boyle Travers Finniss, the first Premier of South Australia and Government Resident in the Northern Territory. Finniss named the river after Sir Dominick Daly, the Governor of South Australia.
Banyan Farm is a spacious, lawned and shady tourist park on the banks of the Daly River.

Banyan Farm offers a range of accommodation options from bungalows to un-powered sites.

Bungalow Accommodation
Our tropical style dongas offer a good night sleep with out the hassle of mosquitoes. These dongas have fans, lights and 5 - 7 beds.

Camping / Caravan sites
Banyan Farm Tourist park offers shady powered and un-powered sites. There are many well shaded sites for tents and caravans! All sites are close to facilities.
http://www.banyanfarm.com.au/index.htm
Tel: +61 (0) 8978 2461

Hotels - Budget Rooms
Daly River Roadside Inn Daly River Rd Daly River NT 0822 Tel: +61 (0) 8 8978 2418
Caravan Parks + Cabins
Daly River Mango Farm Daly River Rd Daly River NT 0822 Tel: +61 (0) 8 8978 2464, 1800 000 576 www.mangofarm.com.au/	Woolianna On The Daly Tourist Park Wooliana Rd Daly River NT 0822 Tel: +61 (0) 8 8978 2478

 

<<< The photo on the left the Daly River Mango Farm

Actually you can also stay at the Daly River Mango Farm - a place for accommodation and fishing.
Daly River Mango Farm
Daly River Rd Daly River NT 0822
Tel: +61 (0) 8 978 2464, 1800 000 576
www.mangofarm.com.au/

<<< The photo on the left the Tjuwaliyn Douglas Hot Springs

Located 130 kilometres from Katherine, these hot springs are surrounded by tropical woodlands and hold water up to 60 degrees Celsius. Swimming is only recommended downstream where warm and cooler waters converge. There's plenty of wildlife in the area and visitors are catered for in a large camping area with basic facilities. Just east of the Daly River is the area known as the Douglas Daly. It is home to the popular Douglas Hot Springs. In certain parts, the springs bubble at temperatures reaching 60 degrees Celsius and swimming is recommended in cooler pools downstream. There are plenty of camping and caravan facilities in the region, including the Douglas Daly Tourist Park where you can swim through The Arches, an amazing natural formation, into a waterhole that’s safe for swimming.

Adelaide River township is along the way to Daly River region.

Historic hotel offering motel accommodation and caravan park, plus food, fuel, amenities, gaming room and beer garden. Motel accommoadtion, caravan park and campground (pets allowed-weekly rates on application), Counter meals, cooked country style breakfast, tropical garden surrounds and relaxing atmosphere, 'Charlie the Buffalo' (deceased) the star of Crocodile Dundee 1&2, the 303 Bar, Fuel and Auto gas, Takeawy meals.

Email: adelaideriverinn@bigpond.com.au
Phone: + 61 (0) 8 8976 7047 Fax: + 61 (0) 8 89 76 7181
Location: 106 Stuart highway, Adelaide River NT 0846
Adelaide River Inn Caravan Park War Memorial Drive Adelaide River NT 0846

Adelaide River Show Society Caravan Park
Phone: + 61 (0) 8 8976 7032 Fax: + 61 (0) 8 8976 7065
Location: Dorat Road Adelaide River, Adelaide River NT 0846

Adelaide River Inn Caravan Park
Location: Stuart Highway Adelaide River.
Phone: + 61 (0) 8 89767047

Shady River Caravan Park
Location: War Memorial Dve off Stuart Hwy Adelaide River NT 0846
Phone: + 61 (0) 88976 7047

<<< The photo on the left the Merrepen Arts Centre and Gallery

The Merrepen Arts Centre is in Nauiyu Community, near Daly River. Its modern gallery showcases traditional cultural expressions through a variety of mediums, like authentic Aboriginal acrylic paintings, screen prints, batik and hand printed fabric, silk paintings, weaving and cards. Visitors can watch artists creating their work at the Centre.

<<< The photo on the left the Butterfly Gorge Nature Park

This quiet gorge is part of a sandstone plateau, 200 kilometres north of Katherine and accessible by four-wheel-drive only. The pools are lined with paperbark trees over 50 metres high and the crevices in the rock faces are inhabited by thousands of butterflies. Swimming is safe but camping is not permitted.

<<< The photo on the left the Douglas River Esplanade, Douglas Daly Region

The river starts where the Katherine and Flora Rivers meet encompassing the areas of the Douglas Daly and Daly River regions.

Famed for its large barramundi, the Daly is one of the more popular waterways for recreational fishing, with two major fishing competitions held annually, the Barra Classic and the Barra Nationals.

This Conservation Area protects part of the Douglas River and its riverine wildlife. Along the river, springs bubble to the surface from underlying groundwater aquifers forming quiet, shady pools, rushing cascades, thermal pools, sandy beaches and unusual limestone formations.

If you are travelling south from Darwin, take the Old Stuart Highway scenic route from Adelaide River.

If travelling north, take the scenic route just north of Hayes Creek, then take the Oolloo Road until you reach the Douglas Daly Park.

The Conservation Area is around 140km from Katherine and 200km from Darwin.

Once in the Conservation Area a dirt track provides Dry Season access for all vehicles (from May to September).

Follow the creekline along the Douglas River and explore the riverine habitat and enjoy the quiet pools, sandy beaches and cascades.

The most comfortable time to visit is in the Dry Season (from May to September). Heavy rains during the Wet Season (October to April) may cause road closures.

Restrictions: No swimming due to the presence of saltwater crocodiles.

Courtesy of http://www.nt.gov.au/

<<< The photo on the left the Umbrawarra-Gorge

Butterfly Gorge Nature Park is another popular attraction and can be reached 17 kilometres past the Douglas Hot Springs turn-off and the last few kilometres are suitable for four-wheel-drives only. The Gorge attracts thousands of butterflies seeking shelter in the crevices of its sheer rock faces.

<<< The photo on the left shows 'General' fishing in Northern Territory

Perry's on the Daly

• Quiet Location approx 2.5hrs drive from Darwin
• 3hrs from Katherine.
• Fishing Tackle and Gift Shop • Dinghy hire • Fishing Rod and Reel hire and repair service • Ice, Gas • Marine Repairs

Driving to Perry's on the Daly from Darwin just follow the Stuart Highway south to Adelaide River(113km),then just over the bridge turn right, cross over the new Alice to Darwin railway line and travel 32 km to the Daly River turn off. Turn right (west) and follow some 84 km of fully sealed road to the Daly river crossing.

Once over the crossing just follow the tourist signs along a good gravel road for 14 km to arrive at Perry's located on the western bank of the Daly River, 8km north (downstream) of the crossing. From Katherine travel north to Hayes Creek (great place for a cuppa), just north turn left at the Douglas Daly region sign.Travel to the Daly River road and turn left (west) and follow the tourist signs.

Caravan and Camping at Perry's on the Daly
• Shady Camping and Caravan Sites • Serviced Tents • Limited Power and Unpowered Sites • BBQ facilities • Fishing Tackle • Dinghy Hire • Tackle,• Marine and Gift Shop • Fishing Rod and Reel repair and hire service• Ice • Gas • Boat• Ramp • Bush Walks • Amenities shed (pool, chess, darts, draughts, etc.)

Homestay at Perry's on the Daly
• Including accommodation Meals. • River Cam (wet season) • Relax by the pool • Go bush walking • Hire a Boat and go Fishing on the river or at our Billabong • Visit the Districts attractions • Max. 4 people (POA)

Fishing at Perry's on the Daly
Dick Perry has over 25years experience guiding and conducting fishing Safaris throughout Australia. With 20 years fishing on the Daly River, Dick can put you in the best spots. POA

www.dalyriver.com

<<< The photo on the left shows Daly Waters Pub

Daly Waters can be found about 270 kms south of Katherine, close to the junction of the Carpentaria and the Stuart Highway.

Now not to get confused Daly Waters Pub is on the Stuart Highway near the intersection of Stuart Highway and Carpentaria Highway. A township which comprises a few houses and the very famous Daly Waters Hotel.

Places of Interest
• The Daly Waters Pub - an Aussie outback pub with lots of memorabilia
• Stuart's Tree - about 1 km north, there is a tree said to be marked with a letter 'S' by John Stuart Qantas hangar
• airport museum 1km north-east

<<< The photo on the left the Adelaide River Inn

Adelaide to Darwin - this route is known as the Explorers Way. At Adelaide River there is a information stand and the Discovery Trail information sign.

Community Events For information about local events mainly at local showground. The events being the Adelaide River Show and Country Music Talent Quest usually held in June and the Adelaide River Races. We suggest you visit www.arss.org.au

Events

Address: Dorat Road, Adelaide River
Post: c/o Adelaide River Post Office, 0846
E-mail: info@arss.org.au
Office/Bar - Phone: + 61 (0) 8 89 767 041

Merrepen Festival
The Merrepen Arts Festival will be held at the Nauiyu Community at DalyRiver. (2.5 hours drive from Darwin now a bitumen road all the way. There is no entry permit required and for further information contact Merrepen Arts on telephone 8978 2533.