Flora River Nature Park

A stunning sanctuary for nature and people! The most popular attraction, that is not to be missed in the Park is the river with its springs, interesting tufa dams and associated riverine vegetation. The native people (the Wardaman people) to the area of the park have a rich cultural history and connection to the land. Stories, ceremonies and songs linking the ten clans of Wardaman people are performed along a singing trail which traverses the Park. The park is still used by senior custodians who conduct ceremonies in and around the Park's sacred sites.

Flora and Fauna - The park is a sanctuary for many plants and animals. Stroll through open woodland or wander the riverine forest lining the river banks and islands. Most interesting and if you are lucky enough to spot is the pig-nosed turtle, which was once thought to occur only in Papua New Guinea. It is only found in a few localities in the Northern Territory. The Park also protects a variety of fish including barramundi, bream, catfish and grunters. Both freshwater, Crocodylus johnstonii, and estuarine (saltwater) crocodiles, Crocodylus porosus, are known to inhabit the river.