10 Best hikes and trails in Litchfield National Park

Hiking/
Australia/
Northern Territory/
Litchfield National Park

Best trails in Litchfield National Park

4.3(842 reviews)

Australia
:
#161 of 638 national parks

Want to find the best trails in Litchfield National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 26 great trails for walking, hiking, and camping and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 11 easy hiking trails in Litchfield National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 9 to 3,244 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Litchfield National Park.

Top trails

#1 - Wangi Falls Loop Walk

This is a great short walk near Darwin in the Northern Territory. Walking in an anticlockwise direction rather than climbing up the steps is recommended. There are some stairs to the Treetop Platforms; then a short climb brings you to the top of the escarpment. Travelling along the escarpment takes you over the feeder creek for Wangi Falls, then down the many formed rock steps to the base of the falls. There is a small waterfall on the way down. Wangi Falls is a favourite swimming spot,...

#2 - Tjaetaba Falls Walk

This is a beautiful short stroll near Darwin in the Northern Territory. The route follows a trail along the creek to the falls and a plunge pool that feeds into it, with some stairs to get to the top. The swimming hole holes can fill quickly, so avoid crowds early. Unfortunately, the viewing platform for the lookout at the waterfall is obscured by trees. The car park is on the smaller side. The area downstream of the falls is a sacred site, so swimming is prohibited. Stick to the pools at...

#3 - Florence Creek and Falls Loop via Shady Creek Walk

This is a great short walk near Darwin in the Northern Territory. The trail uses a paved stone path that crosses Florence Creek several times and is largely in the shade, hence the walk's name. It passes the Florence Falls plunge, which is very popular with swimmers. Before climbing 135 stairs out of the gorge, the trail goes past the falls lookout and onto the trailhead at the car park, which is a decent size with spots for caravans and toilet facilities. Go early to avoid the...

#4 - Buley Rockhole via Florence Creek Track

This is a fantastic walk in Litchfield National Park. The track starts at the Florence Falls Campsite and follows Florence Creek Track through the bush to the popular Buley Rockhole. The rockholes, named after Norman Buley, are a relaxing set of rock pools with a picturesque swimming area. Get there early to avoid crowds, as there is limited space. To extend the walk, you can link this with the Buley Rockhole loop. Highlights of the walk include Buley Rockhole and Florence Falls.

#5 - Upper Cascades Walk

4.5(62)

•Moderate

•2.5 mi

This is a fun walk with some rock hopping near Darwin in the Northern territory. This out and back heads to the upper cascades and a series of swimming holes. The initial 500m is a wide, flat, easy trail that then forks - the left trail is to the Lower Cascades and the right to the Upper Cascades. Taking the trail to the right, composed of loose rocks, and going through a shaded monsoon forest, begins a steep climb to the top of the escarpment with expansive views. The trail then levels out...

#6 - Tolmer Falls and Creek Loop

This is a great short walk near Darwin in the Northern Territory. The loop walk includes the popular overlook of Tolmer Falls. Rather than a return walk to just the lookout, this route follows the gorge above Tolmer Creek in a loop back to the car park. Tolmer Falls cascades over two high cliffs into a plunge pool and is a spectacular sight. Plus, it’s one of many must-see waterfalls within Litchfield National Park. Although the name suggests a walk along Tolmer Creek, it only approaches...

#7 - Florence Falls Overlooks

A great short walk near Darwin in the Northern Territory. The trail passes the Florence Falls plunge. which is very popular with swimmers, pool before climbing 135 stairs out of the gorge up to the lookout over the falls. The car park is a decent size with spots for caravans and toilet facilities. Go early to avoid the crowds. It is recommended to continue on and do the full Shady Creek Walk loop which only double the length of the walk. Highlights of the walk: - Florence Creek - Florence...

#8 - Walker Creek Walk

This is a terrific walk in Litchfield National Park, just a short distance from Darwin, Northern Territory. The walk is relatively easy with a couple of steep climbs up formed rock steps. The track starts following the creek; however, the later stages of the trail move away into the savannah woodland; these areas are generally more exposed and hotter. Visitors will find many beautiful spots along the creek and a platform walkway through a section of Monsoon Forest. Be sure to pack your...

This is a fantastic multi-day walk for prepared bushwalkers near Darwin in the Northern Territory. The route follows a circuit in Litchfield National Park through an arid and often burnt landscape punctuated by beautiful waterfalls, waterholes, and creeks. Three "link tracks" provide access to the Tabletop Track (which adds to the overall length of the walk). The Florence Falls link track is the shortest access track. There are others from Greenant Creek, Wangi Falls and Walker...

#10 - Tjaynera (Sandy Creek) Falls Walk

A 3.5km easy walk that is near Darwin in the Northern territory. A wet creek crossing 50 to 75 metres long is required shortly after turning onto the Reynolds 4WD track off the Litchfield Park Rd. After the crossing, there are several kilometres along a 4WD only road to reach the trailhead near the campground. Due to difficult access, these falls attract fewer visitors compared to many others in the park Easy walk along a narrow rocky trail, most of which is shaded. The falls plunge pool...

Showing results 1–10 of 26

Explore more trails

Trail reviews for Litchfield National Park

985 trailgoers Busiest in July

Caitlin B

Aug 29, 2024•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedBathrooms availableGreat conditions

Lovely and shady at the beginning/ end of the trail. One of my favourite swimming spots in Litchfield. At 10.30 (weekday) we were alone up there. By the time we were leaving two families were arriving and we passed a lot of people on the way down. It would have been very crowded by midday.

Tjaetaba Falls Walk

Parks

Headed to a park?

Take AllTrails with you

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Litchfield National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Litchfield National Park is Wangi Falls Loop Walk, which has a 4.4 star rating from 122 reviews. This trail is 1.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 295 ft.

What is the longest trail in Litchfield National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Litchfield National Park is Tabletop Track. This trail is estimated to be 26.1 mi long.

How many trails are in Litchfield National Park?

There are 26 trails in Litchfield National Park. These trails have an average 4.3-star rating from 842 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Litchfield National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Litchfield National Park has you covered. Tabletop Track boasts the most elevation gain with 3,244 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Reynolds River 4WD Track and Tjaynera Falls, which will get you 3,061 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Litchfield National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 camping trails in Litchfield National Park and the most popular is Wangi Falls Loop Walk with an average 4.4 star rating from 122 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Litchfield National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Litchfield National Park which is Florence Falls NW Loop with an average 3.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.