Hike at a Glance
Max elevation: 143m
Min elevation: 47m
Total Ascent: 96m
Hike overview
The Mirray Lookout Walk offers a rewarding challenge for those seeking panoramic views within Kakadu National Park. Located halfway between Jabiru and Cooinda along the Kakadu Highway, this 2-kilometre return trail leads to a viewing platform atop Mount Cahill.
While the walk itself is relatively short, be aware of the moderately difficult climb. Sturdy footwear and plenty of water are essential. Plan on allocating approximately 1.5 hours to complete the return journey, factoring in time to appreciate the breathtaking 360-degree view of Kakadu's vast landscapes, including escarpments and floodplains.
The ideal time to tackle this walk is during the dry season (late April to early November) when temperatures are more comfortable.
Remember, a park pass is required to enter Kakadu National Park. Consider purchasing yours online beforehand to save time upon arrival.
The wider Nourlangie region surrounding Mirray Lookout boasts numerous walking tracks, camping options, and other cultural and natural wonders for visitors to explore.
Track grade
Grade 4 (Hard) - Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
Walk map and GPX file
Max elevation: 143 m
Min elevation: 47 m
Total climbing: 96 m
Total descent: -96 m
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Explore safely
Planning this hike? Most incidents develop before you even start. Safe outcomes depend on how navigation, hydration, environment, load and judgement work together. Small oversights can compound quickly in Australian conditions. See how it happens in the Hiking Safety Systems Foundations. Then use the Hiking Safety Systems, planning calculators, and make sure a trusted contact has your trip plan before heading out.
Leave a trip plan
Before you go, complete a trip intentions form and share it with a trusted contact. Agree on a Late-Back Time and ask them to call 000 (Police) if you have not checked in. A clear trip plan is one of the simplest and most effective safety steps you can take.
Planning checklists
Download the hiking preparation and safety checklists before leaving home to help you think through your plans. They help ensure important considerations are not overlooked and support safer decision-making on the trail.
Getting there
Getting to the trailhead: Kakadu National Park.
Reaching the trailhead for the Mirray Lookout Walk is convenient. Situated within Kakadu National Park, the walk is accessible via Kakadu Highway. As you travel between Jabiru and Cooinda, the two main service centres in the park, keep an eye out for the well-signed turn-off for the walk. Once you depart the highway, follow this road for a short distance until you arrive at the designated carpark for the Mirray Lookout Walk. Here, you can prepare yourself for the rewarding climb to the top.
Need a rental car to get you to the hike? Find one here.
Accommodation nearby
Find accommodation close to the trailhead including hotels, cabins, and campgrounds. Use the interactive map to explore available options in nearby towns.
Nearby towns: Adelaide River, Arnhem Land, Batchelor, Cooinda, Darwin, Gunbalanya, Humpty Doo, Jabiru, Kakadu Village, Katherine, Maningrida, Mary River, Nourlangie, Pine Creek
About the region
Covering nearly 20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu National Park is a World Heritage listing renowned for both its cultural and natural values. See breathtaking horizons from the top of a Kakadu escarpment. Cruise on the stunning Yellow Water Billabong to spot crocodiles and wildlife in their natural habitat, including millions of migratory birds who in part call the park's wetlands home.
Not only is Kakadu spectacular, but you can feel yourself come alive among the lush rainforests, rocky gorges, serene swimming pools and the oldest Aboriginal rock art in the world. With more than 5,000 Aboriginal rock art sites in the park, the Bininj/Mungguy people have called Kakadu home for some 65,000 years. Here they'll teach you about their ancient culture and the regions' dramatic seasons.
Connect with the oldest living culture on earth. The rugged and remote beauty of Kakadu has stories to share that will take your breath away and touch your heart. In Australia's biggest national park you'll find ancient landscapes with thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, wandering wetlands, exotic wildlife and ancient rock art.
Kakadu offers unrivalled walks to immerse you in nature, satisfy your appetite for adventure, or nurture your curiosity. Only three hours' drive from Darwin, Kakadu National Park has been waiting for you.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Trail Hiking Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we hike and pay respects to their Elders, past and present, and we acknowledge the First Nations people of other communities who may be here today.





