(Adventure 4WD)
Rinyurru (Lakefield) National Park is of considerable Aboriginal cultural significance, and the park has many places associated with occupation, ceremonies and ancestral spirits. Hann Crossing and Kalpowar Crossing are two such significant sites.
During the dry season large waterholes, lakes and lagoons are interspersed by vast floodplains which attract a huge diversity of birdlife, including magpie geese. Crocodiles can be seen resting on the river banks and wallabies are easily seen.
Red and White Lily Lagoons, north of the Lakefield Ranger base, have amazing displays of lotus lilies. Fishing in rivers is permitted with barramundi and catfish most commonly caught.
There are several access points: via Laura and the PDR; from Cooktown via Battle Camp, or from Coen via Musgrave Roadhouse. The Park is large, so take plenty of fuel for your journey.
Access is only during the dry season (May to November), but early or late rains might render tracks impassable, so it is wise to check that the roads are open.
