Parks and reserves
From the arid Red Centre to the tropical Top End, there are over 80 parks and reserves to explore across the Northern Territory.
Planned and unplanned fires
The Northern Territory experiences planned and unplanned fires from May to October which can affect air quality.
If you have health concerns, get information on air quality data from the Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority website.
Visitors to the Northern Territory need a parks pass to visit most national parks and reserves.
Park bookings
You must book and pay online for campsites and some multi-day walking trails in Northern Territory parks and reserves.
Explore by region
Camp and bushwalks
Most parks and reserves in the Northern Territory have designated campgrounds. You must have a booking before you camp.
Find out more about camping and where you can camp.
Bushwalks
You must book for some bushwalking trails.
Read more about where you can bushwalk.
Before you visit
There are important things you should know before you visit.
Contact
For questions about wildlife, permits, community engagement, volunteers and junior ranger programs, contact Parks and Wildlife.