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Manton Dam recreation area
Manton, Northern Territory
Quiet dam lake south of Humpty Doo for kayaking and a picnic.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A freshwater dam in the bush, used by locals for kayaking and fishing. It is a lot quieter than Litchfield, with picnic shelters and a short lakeside path.
Good to know
- Check the signs about swimming and crocs first
- Bring a kayak if you have one
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- Dry season is best
- Getting there
- Short gravel road, fine for most cars
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- BBQ
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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