Time to be a Territorian - in The Barkly
Located 500 kilometres north of Alice Springs and 1000 kilometres south of Darwin, with Tennant Creek at its golden heart, is the Barkly. Its large cattle stations, fascinating wayside inns, historic stock routes, gold mining history, Aboriginal culture, interesting flora and fauna and the iconic Karlu Karlu/Devils Marbles make up this beautiful outback region of the Red Centre.
Spend a day or two in Tennant Creek exploring its rich history, culture and enjoy the vast array of outdoor activities. The Barkly region boats the iconic outback Australian landscape: endless blue skies, vast desert horizons, and that electrifying sense that an adventure could be just around the corner. The Barkly will remind you just how unique the Territory really is.
Take the tour
Check out the video to go on a virtual tour of Tennant Creek and see what the Barkly region has to offer, or download the brochure.
Contact the Tennant Creek Visitor Information Centre today to book your visit to the Barkly
Tennant Creek Visitor Information Centre
Peko Rd, Tennant Creek
Mon - Fri 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat - Sun 9:00AM - 12:00PM
P: (08) 8962 1281
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TENNANT CREEK & THE BARKLY ATTRACTIONS
Tuxworth Fullwood House
Attractions
Tennant Creek
This building was built in 1942 as an extension of the existing hospital, in response to a pressing need for improved health services for the large military population of... show more
Barrow Creek Telegraph Station
Attractions
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
A beautifully restored Barrow Creek Telegraph Station is located in Barrow Creek, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Forster ranges. This historical reserve is o... show more
Jones Store
Attractions
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Museum depicting life of the outback drover in one of the oldest structures in historic Newcastle Waters. show more
Banka Banka West Station and Tourist Park
Caravan Parks & Camping
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
The historic cattle station was the first operational pastoral lease in this region, and a supply camp during World War II, providing meat, eggs, fruits and vegetables. show more
Threeways Roadhouse
Caravan Parks & Camping
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
A haven on the side of the road for weary travellers making their way amidst the arid beauty of the Northern Territory, Threeways Roadhouse is a comfortable stop for thos... show more
Bill Allen Lookout
Attractions
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
For sweeping 360-degree panoramic views of Tennant Creek and this unique, Central Australian district, make a stop at Bill Allen Lookout, named after a well known local i... show more
Battery Hill Gold Mining & Heritage Centre
Tours
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Tennant Creek's unique gold mining history is brought to life. Heritage equipment and vehicles in the grounds. Three Museum exhibits - Social History, Borella ANZAC story... show more
Outback Caravan Park
Caravan Parks & Camping
Tennant Creek
Set among glorious shady trees and tropical gardens, Outback Caravan Park in Tennant Creek is a great stopover destination after a long drive through the breathtaking out... show more
Tennant Creek Telegraph Station
Attractions
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Visit Tennant Creek Telegraph Station, once a remote refuge and supply point for travellers and an important part of the colonial telegraph system. Take the self-guided w... show more
Safari Lodge Motel
Hotels / Motels / Resorts
Tennant Creek
Safari Lodge Motel offers newly renovated motel rooms with off street parking in a fully secure gated complex. Luxurious linens, ensuites, coffee making facilities, 55 in... show more
Nyinkka Nyunyu Art and Culture Centre
Tours
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Nyinkka Nyunyu (pronounced ny-ink-a ny-oo ny-oo) is a fascinating and unique art, culture and interpretive centre, which offers visitors the opportunity to learn about Ab... show more
Goldfields Hotel Motel
Hotels / Motels / Resorts
Tennant Creek
The Goldfields Hotel Motel is centrally located in downtown Tennant Creek, offering you convenience to shopping, banking and the post office. Our two pubs and dining room... show more
Newcastle Waters Historic Township
Attractions
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Newcastle Waters is a ghost town that attracts large flocks of water birds after rain. Explore the remains of the 1960s buildings.Newcastle Waters has a rich, vibrant his... show more
Tennant Creek Visitor Information Centre
Destination Information
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
The Tennant Creek Visitor Information Centre is your one stop shop for information on Tennant Creek and the Barkly region.
Offering a range of information about accomm... show more
Devils Marbles Hotel
Caravan Parks & Camping
North of Alice
Devils Marbles Hotel is the closest accommodation to the Karlu Karlu / Devils Marbles and provides comfortable cabins or caravan park accommodation, food and refreshment... show more
Barkly Homestead
Hotels / Motels / Resorts
Tennant Creek Barkly Region
Barkly Homestead is a remote roadhouse situated on the Barkly Highway, halfway between Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory and Camooweal in Queensland. It is the firs... show more
