Bardedjilidji Walk
A 2.5 km Grade 2 loop through sandstone, woodland and cultural features near the East Alligator River.
Route overview
Loop through sandstone pillars, monsoon-forest pockets and paperbark woodland near the East Alligator River.
Bardedjilidji is one of Kakadu’s most varied short walks. Sandstone formations, a shaded cave, paperbark habitat and cultural evidence sit within a compact loop, while proximity to the East Alligator River demands strict crocodile awareness.
Trail facts
- Country
- Australia
- Region
- East Alligator, Kakadu National Park
- Distance
- 2.5 km loop
- Typical duration
- approximately 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- null — not published
- Best season
- Official page identifies May to December; current access report still controls
- Trail type
- Loop
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No separate day-walk permit; park pass and access report apply.
Safety context
Do not approach the river edge, never enter the water, carry water, avoid touching rock art and check Cahills Crossing and local access conditions. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Crocodiles, heat, snakes, uneven sandstone, seasonal flooding and changing nearby road conditions.
Highlights
Australia, Kakadu, Bardedjilidji, sandstone, East Alligator, culture, Grade 2
Why find a buddy
Good for naturalists and cultural-site visitors who share a steady observation pace and conservative river-edge behaviour.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.