Old Victoria River Crossing

Top choice in Outback Northern Territory


Signposted off the Victoria Hwy on the north side of the road, the original river crossing is simply magnificent. You'll need a 4WD to get all the way, but you can get close in a 2WD vehicle and then walk down to the river.


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