Gungurul Lookout Walk in Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park, NT

Gungurul Lookout Walk

Short, moderate climb to broad South Alligator valley views.

Length
1.9km
Time
1hr
Elev. change
57m
Difficulty
Easy
  • No dogs
  • High point 101 m

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Gungurul Campground and Lookout Walk

Overview

About Gungurul Lookout Walk

From Gungurul Campground, follow the signed out-and-back foot track west through savanna woodland, then climb on rocky terrain to Gungurul Lookout above the South Alligator valley. The mapped corridor is about 0.6 mi (0.93 km) one way; allow about 1 hour for the 1.2 mi (2.0 km) return walk, including the climb and time at the lookout. Kakadu Tourism and the park itinerary identify this named lookout walk as 2 km return; the official campground page currently lists 4 km for its combined “lookout and river walks” listing. This record represents the lookout walk, not the separate 800 m return river walk. Gungurul is a moderate, Grade 3 track with a short climb and uneven footing. The campground is the primary start and has basic facilities including toilets.

Why go

  • Usually quiet—great views without the crowds
  • Trailhead at a campground makes sunrise or sunset timing easy
  • Broad valley panorama for a relatively short climb

Heads up

  • Limited shade on the climb; harsh midday heat
  • Rocky, uneven footing near the top

Map & elevation

The route

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Elevation44–101 m
TrailheadGungurul Campground-13.29051, 132.33590
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Plan your hike

Before you go

Parking

Park at Gungurul Campground off the Kakadu Highway; the site is accessible by 2WD vehicles and has basic facilities including toilets.

Safety

Grade 3 track with a moderate climb, exposed heat and rocky or uneven footing; carry plenty of water, sun protection and sturdy footwear. Check Kakadu’s Access Report before travelling.

8 active Kakadu alerts

  • ClosureJim Jim and Twin Falls area closed for 2026The Jim Jim and Twin Falls area is closed for 2026; do not visit the closed sites.Official details
  • ClosureBarrk sandstone walk closedBarrk sandstone walk is closed at the request of Traditional Owners; do not enter. Check the current Kakadu access report before travelling.Official details
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“The turn-off ahead leads to Gungurul. It's mainly a quiet bush campground, but the real reason to stop is for the lookout walk that starts there.”

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