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D/05/2019PWCNT Information Sheet

The Park covers a huge area (13 000 km2) in the transition zone between tropical and semi-arid regions of the Northern Territory.The Park’s network of 4WD drive tracks provides opportunities for those suitably equipped and prepared to experience this transition, see spectacular scenery and discover traces of Aboriginal and European culture and history.

Access (see map overleaf)The 4WD tracks can be reached during the dry season months (May to November)via the Bullita Access Road and Buchanan and Buntine Highways. Check current track conditions by phoning the Parks and Wildlife offices listed below. Check other road conditions by phoning 1800 246 199, or visiting the NT Road Report website: www.roadreport.nt.gov.au

When to visitThe four-wheel drive network usually opens in the dry season (May to November) and then closes during the wet season with the onset of rains (December to April). Opening and closing dates vary with the amount and timing of rainfall. The Bullita Stock Route and Tuwakam Track usually open up to a month earlier than the Wickham/Gibbie Track. The Broadarrow Track is the last to open, usually in late July or August.

Facilities and servicesThe four-wheel drive network is remote and there are no shops or services in the Park. Fuel, provisions, public telephones and accommodation are available at Timber Creek, Top Springs,

Kalkarindji and the Victoria River Roadhouse. Police, banking facilities, vehicle repairs and emergency medical care are available at Timber Creek and Kalkarindji.

The 4WD tracksTrack conditions vary and include rocky sections that are tough on tyres, creek crossings and boggy sections. High clearance is essential on all tracks. Please No caravans. See back page for track notes.

Camping - camp only in designated camping areas,

most of which are near water. Facilities are basic, usually only a fire place.

Fire - collect firewood before reaching your

campsite. Only light fires in fireplaces provided. Make sure your fire is properly extinguished before leaving.

Fishing - is popular in Territory waterways. Be

aware of crocodiles and observe fishing regulations.

Crocodile safetyCrocodiles inhabit

Territory waterways. Please observe safety signs. We do not recommend swimming anywhere in the Park.

Bush courtesyMost tracks pass through private property at some stage. Please leave gates as you find them, do not enter homestead areas, slow down to reduce dust near homesteads and avoid wandering stock.

TRACK DISTANCE TRACK NOTES

This one way track follows a section of the stock route to Wyndham used by Bullita and Humbert River Stations. It is one way because the East Baines crossing and the jump up south east of Spring Creek Yard can only be negotiated in one direction.

The track crosses changing landscapes including limestone country with spectacular boab-dotted ridgelines.

Bullita Stock Route

The northern section of the Wickham Track traverses hilly country and offers spectacular views over wide open spaces and Spinifex slopes dotted with trees. Views of rocky ridges feature at the southern end of the Gibbie along with many (probably dry) crossings of the Gibbie Creek.

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The jump up and two East Baines crossings are moderately difficult. The remainder of the track is flatter and easier, although rocky sections are slow going.

Between Humbert River Station and Bullita Homestead this track follows the valleys of Fig Tree Creek and Humbert River. Charlie Schultz used the track as a stock route and to cart supplies beween Bullita Outstation and Humbert River Station. The short walk to Fig Tree Valley Lookout is well worth it, especially in the late afternoon light; as is the walk to Police Creek Waterhole (Gunturungjawun).

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Humbert Track

Mostly easy, with some rugged sections mid way.

Wickham / Gibbie Tracks

The hilly northern section is slow going and the jump up is moderately difficult.

Broadarrow Track

Distance does not include the 38 km from the Buntine Highway to the start of the Broadarrow Track.

This track crosses a broad, relatively flat plateau, rugged hilly country and alluvial plains. Two of the campsites along this track are on the edge of the plateau with spectacular views across vast, uninhabited landscapes. Garrigunter / Stone Yards is located at the end of a 9 km track at the north end of the Broadarrow Track. It is a historic cattle yard built by Charlie Schultz when timber was in short supply in the area. Wilingarri is located 8.1 km off the Broadarrow Track and offers camping, fishing and a nice picnic stop. It is near a large waterhole on a paperbark-lined section of the Wickhan River. Motorised boats are not permitted.

This track is notorious for puncturing tyres but is otherwise a relatively easy track with rocky sections. A puncture repair kit and ability to use it is essential. There may be boggy sections early in the dry season.

Tuwakam Track

6 km one way

Sections of limestone are slow going and hard on the tyres but the track is generally flat and easy.

This track connects the eastern and western sections of Judbarra / Gregory National Park and links the Bullita Access Track to the Buchanan Highway near Jasper Gorge. A drive from Timber Creek to Bullita, then Jasper Gorge via the Tuwakam Track and back to Timber Creek via the Buchannan Highway makes a pleasant day trip.

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Limestone Gorge

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Moderate, some sections may be boggy after the wet season. One creek crossing and the last 2 km across creek bed boulders requires low range 4WD.

The 8 km track passes Calcite Flow carpark before arriving at the campground. It is an impressive landscape dominated by limestone features and boabs to the East Baines River. Along the way is the Calcite Flow Walk, Tufa Dams and the Limestone Ridge Loop Walk. High clearance 4WD recommended.

Visitor comments booksPlease write your comments in the books provided at the start and end of tracks. We use your comments to improve our management.

Planning your tripYou will need to be self-sufficient and self-reliant. Your vehicle must be equipped for a remote 4WD experience and you must have sufficient food and water. Tell someone responsible where you are going and when you expect to be back. You should have a working HF radio, satellite phone or emergency beacon.Please read all of this information sheet carefully.

Safety and Comfort• Carry and drink plenty of water• Wear a shady hat, sunscreen and

insect repellent• Wear suitable clothing and footwear• Carry a first aid kit• Avoid strenuous activity during the

heat of the day• Swimming is not recommended,

observe Crocodile warning signs

Please Remember• Take your rubbish away with you• Keep to designated roads and tracks• All cultural items and wildlife are

protected• Do not deface boab trees, doing so

harms the tree and looks unsightly. Fines apply

• Pets are not permitted in the Park• Fishing regulations apply• Nets, traps and firearms are not

permitted• Camp only in designated camping

areas• Collect firewood before arriving at

your campsite• Light fires only in fireplaces provided• Only use soaps and detergent

50 m or more from waterways• Treat water from waterways before

drinking.

(High clearance 4WD required on all tracks and the towing of trailers not recommended)

Distance does not include 65 km from the Buntine Highway to the Gibbie Track through Mt Sanford Station.

4WD Tracks

Judbarra / Gregory National Park

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4WD Tracks

Parks & Wildlife Commission of the Northern TerritoryJudbarra / Gregory National Park Timber Creek - Ph: (08) 8975 0888 Regional Office Bullita - Ph: (08) 8975 0833 32 Giles St KATHERINE NT 0850 www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au PO Box 344 KATHERINE NT 0850

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