Gunlom Falls set to reopen to the public on July 4 despite croc found in lower pools

One of Kakadu’s top attractions will finally reopen to the public, weeks after wet weather and one cold-blooded resident delayed the occasion six years in the making.

Gunlom Falls in Kakadu National Park is set to reopen on July 4, 2025. Picture: Supplied/KNP.

One of Kakadu’s top attractions will finally reopen to the public, weeks after wet weather and one cold-blooded resident delayed the occasion six years in the making.

Gunlom Falls will reopen on July 4, allowing the public to access the iconic waterfall, swimming holes and camp ground.

Gunlom was initially due to open at the end of May, however unseasonable late rainfall forced the date to be pushed back.

Kakadu National Park said a large saltie had also been found in the lower pool.

A large croc has been found in the lower pool. Picture: Supplied/KNP.

“Rangers are also working to remove a large saltwater crocodile that was detected in the Gunlom lower waterhole,” it said on social media.

“It’s a timely reminder that Kakadu is crocodile country and to always be Crocwise.”

The park said rangers had been hard at work getting the site ready for visitors, undertaking road repairs, site debris clean ups and repairs to campground infrastructure after the heavy rains.

“We’re expecting a large turnout on opening day, so please allow extra time for travel and drive to the conditions,” it said.

Gunlom Falls was one of the most popular destinations in Kakadu before it closed in 2019 after a walkway was built too close to a sacred men’s site.

Last year Parks Australia pleaded guilty to damaging the site and was ordered to pay a historic $200,000 fine.