Local Attractions

Take a picnic along, dive into the cool refreshing waters to treat yourself to an afternoon delight and escape from the clear skies and sun. This type of natural attraction is just part of the total package that makes up Lake Bennett. Find yourself some great spots, there's plenty just waiting to be explored. As this picture shows the famous Litchfield National Park is just a stone's throw away and offers some wonderful views.


Litchfield National Park Explore one of the jewels of the Northern Territory, Litchfield National Park, only 30 minutes drive (36km) from the Resort. Why not order a picnic basket from the Resort and explore the wonders of this National Park. Swim under the cascading waterfalls and plunge into the crystal clear waters of rock pools. Ask our friendly reception staff to arrange a Litchfield tour or cruise.


Kakadu National Park Kakadu National Park is the largest national park in Australia. It contains one of the highest concentrated areas of aboriginal rock art sites in the world; the most famous examples are at Nourlangie Rock and Ubirr. Visit a place where time stands still and an ancient culture lives on. For more than 40,000 years, the Aboriginal people of Kakadu and Arnhem Land have lived in harmony with nature. Their history is intrinsically linked with the land, and their stories, told on rock canvasses endure.



Manton Dam Manton Dam was built in 1942 and was Darwin's first reliable water supply. Today the dam is a popular recreation spot, with picnic and barbecue facilities set amongst shady trees. A designated area has been set aside for swimming, with fishing, water skiing and power boating also being favourite activities. Its undisturbed drainage area is also a valuable catchment and conservation region, and some sections of the dam are closed to protect water quality.



Adelaide River War Cemetery The Adelaide River War Cemetery is a sobering reminder of the impact World War II had on this part of Australia. There are 434 military burials in total and the adjoining Civil Cemetery honours 63 civilians including the post office workers who were killed in the 19 February 1942 bombing of Darwin. Also visit the Memorial to the Missing, where 292 service personnel are remembered, who lost their lives in Timor and other northern regions.

Adelaide River Railway Station The Adelaide River Railway Siding and Railway Bridge, located on the Stuart Highway, were constructed as part of the first leg of the North Australia Railway, or NAR, which operated from 1888 until 1976. The Adelaide River Railway Siding was the first main station complex on the North Australian Railway from Darwin and Pine Creek. During World War II it was of major significance as Adelaide River was an important military centre, with the main hospital situated north of the township along with a number of Australian and Allied bases in the area.