Dulcie Range National Park Park
Protected desert park with rugged ranges and gorges
Remote in Australia's Northern Territory, Dulcie Range National Park protects sandstone escarpments, gorges and spinifex country; visitors come for 4WD routes, bushwalking and remote outback landscapes.
Dulcie Range National Park at a Glance#
Address: Dulcie Range National Park, Northern Territory, Australia
Website: https://nt.gov.au/leisure/parks-reserves/find-a-park-to-visit/dulcie-range-national-park
Admission: Park entry typically free; camping and permits may be required-check Northern Territory Parks information
How to Get to Dulcie Range National Park#
Access is by road from Alice Springs or Tennant Creek; the park is remote and some internal tracks require a high-clearance 4WD. Check the Northern Territory Parks website for current access conditions and permit requirements.
Tips for Visiting Dulcie Range National Park#
- Check vehicle access conditions with Northern Territory Parks-some roads require a 4WD and may be closed after rain.
- Bring insect repellent for the wet season-sandflies and mosquitoes can be significant.
- Plan long drives: the park is remote; ensure fuel, water and satellite communication for safety.
Best Time to Visit Dulcie Range National Park#
Best visited during the dry season (May-September) for reliable access and comfortable temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Dulcie Range National Park#
Dulcie Range National Park's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 37°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 22° - 37° | 30° | 58 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 22° - 35° | 29° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 20° - 33° | 27° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 15° - 30° | 22° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 24° | 18° | 18 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 21° | 14° | 10 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 21° | 13° | 11 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 8° - 23° | 16° | 7 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 12° - 28° | 20° | 7 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 16° - 32° | 24° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 19° - 35° | 27° | 23 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 21° - 36° | 29° | 40 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |