Tumbling Waters
NT 822 • Northern Territory
About Tumbling Waters
Tumbling Waters is an outer rural locality situated approximately 45 kilometres south of Darwin City in the Northern Territory, accessed via the Stuart Highway and Cox Peninsula Road near Berry Springs. The locality takes its name from the historic gold rush rapids where R C Burton discovered gold in 1869. With a 2021 Census population of 254 residents across a large 63.8 square kilometre area, it is a lightly settled rural community characterised by tropical bushland and lifestyle properties.
The area is well-placed for nature lovers, sitting just minutes from the Territory Wildlife Park and Berry Springs pools, and within easy reach of the northern entrance to Litchfield National Park. The closest services — including shops, schools, and medical facilities — are available in Palmerston, about 20 minutes away. Tumbling Waters suits those seeking a laid-back tropical bush lifestyle while maintaining reasonable access to Darwin's amenities; the locality is also home to the popular Tumbling Waters Holiday Park.
Tumbling Waters falls under postcode 822 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Spillett electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Access via Stuart Highway; Palmerston is 20 min away for most daily services; car essential
A car is essential for all daily needs; no walkable shops or services within the locality
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Nauiyu (Daly River)