Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve Park
Conservation reserve protecting Holocene meteorite impact craters
Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve near Alice Springs preserves dozens of impact craters formed by a meteorite fall. Visitors walk marked trails, study crater rims and learn about planetary impacts and local geology.
Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve at a Glance#
Address: Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve, Northern Territory, Australia (approx. 145 km south of Alice Springs via Stuart Highway)
Website: https://nt.gov.au/leisure/parks-reserves/find-a-park-to-visit/henbury-meteorite-conservation-reserve
Hours: Open year-round (no centre hours; check local NT Parks listings)
Admission: Free entry to the reserve (park fees may apply).
How to Get to Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve#
Henbury is reached from Alice Springs by Stuart Highway: the reserve lies roughly 145 km south of Alice Springs (allow for remote road conditions). There is no visitor centre on site; follow park signage and check Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife Service for current access information.
Tips for Visiting Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve#
- Visit with a guide if possible to learn about Aboriginal knowledge and the geology.
- Bring sun protection and sturdy footwear; the desert sun is intense and shade is minimal.
- Observe all signage and avoid walking in the craters - fragile meteorite fragments and cultural sites require respect.
Best Time to Visit Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve#
Best visited in the dry winter months (May-September) when temperatures are moderate and travel conditions on remote roads are more reliable.
Weather & Climate near Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve#
Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 5°C to 38°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain.
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February
February is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).