02/10/2026
๐ A little detour, a few splashes and an extra night in Litchfield. Worth it? We reckon.
Heading into or out of Darwin on a Top End adventure? The Reynolds River Track is a great addition to your itinerary and well worth an extra night in Litchfield.
This 44 km track takes you from Litchfield Park Road through winding bush country, with two main water crossings and a bit of soft sand south of the Sandy Creek turnoff. Duck into historic Blyth Homestead and thereโs another crossing to add to the adventure. ๐ฟ
The Southern end of the track meets Daly River Road, around 80 km South West of Adelaide River. Heading that way, youโll also pass the turnoff to Robin Falls, another great waterfall and swimming stop when conditions allow.
๐๏ธ Our tip? Make time to stay at both 4WD campgrounds.
๐ฆ Tjaynera Falls, also known as Sandy Creek, has flushing toilets and showers.
๐ฟ Surprise Creek keeps things simple with drop toilets and a remote bush camping feel.
Both have stunning waterfalls and swimming holes a short hike from camp. Sandy Creek Falls is 1.7 km each way, while Surprise Creek is a shorter stroll.
Only have time for one? Sandy Creek is our pick if you fancy a shower with your bush camping.
A 4WD campsite with a cracking swimming hole nearby? Thatโs our top pick for camping in the Top End. ๐
High clearance 4WD only. In suitable conditions, itโs manageable with some 4WD experience. Adjust your tyre pressures for the terrain, take it slowly and check water depths against your vehicleโs limits.
Usually accessible from June to October, depending on conditions. Book your campsites and check the latest track and swimming access before heading out.
Give Litchfield that extra night. Thereโs more to it than the usual waterfall lap. ๐