GORV - Digital Magazine Issue #35 | Page 49

RV TRAVEL Keep River National Park is one of the NT’s best-kept secrets, with its striking sandstone formations, diverse landscapes and indigenous rock art. Being so close to Kununurra and Lake Argyle, a day trip can easily be entertained. The two campgrounds, however, provide the perfect base to fully enjoy the magnificent walks on offer. The entrance leads to hidden pleasures ARRIVING AT KEEP RIVER It was very late in the season during my visit to Keep River. It was hot, dry and dusty, but suffering a little bit of pain brought a multitude of rewards. Boab trees are the symbol of The Kimberley Crossing the border into the NT and adjusting the watch, a little time was lost in an instant. Within three kilometres, the turn-off had been reached and the gravel road led me into an ancient landscape. The first stop was the ranger station at Cockatoo Lagoon but this was croc country, so swimming was not permitted. The information boards inside the ranger station provided insight on how to get the most out of the Keep River National Park. There are picnic facilities near the lagoon, which is also a great spot for birdwatching. IT WAS HOT, DRY T U B . Y T S U D D AN A LITTLE PAIN Y N A M T H G U O BR REWARDS. “ ” / 49