The Crystal Falls area features a mass of rock pools, rapids and small cascades that fall away into a spectacular and large waterfall. The area can only be reached by trekking the iconic Jatbula Trail. Located within Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge), this 58 kilometre Trail takes between four to five days to complete and is a one way walk from Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) to Leliyn / Edith Falls.
Eighteen and half kilometres along the Jatbula Trail, Crystal Falls is a very relaxing area with a large river that feeds the rock pools, cascades and waterfall. There is an abundance of wildlife. Trekkers will enjoy sunning themselves by the rock pools, after a refreshing dip, watching the prolific birdlife and hopefully spotting one of the large monitor lizards that hide in the shadows.
The camp site is on rocky ground above the 30 metre high falls. There is a barbecue and a nearby lookout over the waterfall that is a lovely place to watch the sunset. Located on the southern side of the Crystal Falls is an Emergency Call Device (ECD). Trekkers must register at the Nitmiluk Centre before starting the Jatbula Trail and deregister at Edith Kiosk upon return.
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