Northern Territory

Tuck, if you read the post below, it details a trip thru Arnhem Land that may help you.

Two days. There are a number of gravel pits along the way to overnight camp in. Google earth can give you the coordinates if you want them before you leave. There are numerous other spots.

I don't know the USA canyon country but you may be alluding to Lawn Hill NP - it is indeed a wonderful place - canoeing, scenery, fish, fossils, geology and relaxation..... hard to beat.

Hi Truck,
The NP you are thinking of is Lawn Hill and would be a must see. As well as the Lost city's both western and southern in the Limmen NP.
Cheers Andy

Tuck,
I think you are talking about the Lost City near the NT/QLD border. From Barkly Homestead head north on the Tablelands Highway to the junction of the Carpentaria Highway. This is where Heartbreak Hotel is situated at Cape Crawford. From here you can do flights over the Lost City formations. Much of the area is restricted access, but things seem to change from year to year. Some folk say you can drive in, but to our knowledge you would be breaking the law. There is another smaller version to the north west of there, but it depends which way you are coming from. The flight is worth doing. Hope this helps. Cheers, John

Thanks for all your replies Lost City it is

Caranbirini Conservation Park between Cape Crawford and Borroloola , is I believe very similar to the "Lost City" formations and not very far off the main road...a great walk through the rock formations and a lagoon with a "hide" to watch the water birds. No camping there but a 2-3 hr stop is all you need to see it all.

Some possibly useful info here

Cheers