Docker River Campground

As far as I know there is a no alcohol ban on all aboriginal land. You may transport alcohol through the land but it cannot be opened. I love a beer as much as anyone but common sense and respect for the communities wishes saw me give it away for a time whilst travelling through such areas. Penalties can be harsh. If someone feels that they need the grog regardless of the law then they are probably better off spending a week at AA rather than drinking in an illegal area. Best thing for a definitive answer is contact The Central Land Council. Laws/rules can change. Good luck.

G'day, most would re commend not stopping at Docker River Camp ground.

The taking of alcohol into most lands has been a NO NO as long as i can remember !!! .... and asking for trouble !!!!! :(

There have been changes over the years. The latest advice is

"As each community is responsible for that community's Alcohol Management Plan, the specific requirements need to be sought from the Land Council for that region."

Bigfish gives the best answer to contact the Central Lands Council.

While travelling through on roads traversing Aboriginal Lands with unopened small quantities for your own consumption only was considered a defence if inspected, the lines are moving. Using that as a guideline, you are in Prescribed Lands so opening or drinking in the campground would not be acceptable or wise.

The Docker River camp is as reported often trashed with nothing working. Although a lovely location, we moved on.

The 11th commandment says if you want a drink "Thou shall not be found out"
Passing through last July travellers were having a quite tipple.
Suggest you be totally self sufficient, no charges applied for camping

Docker River Campsite, when we saw it many years ago was extremely unpleasant. Filthy!
We'd planned our day's drive to stay there and spend money for the local community.
It was very clear that we tourists & taxpaying friendly people weren't wanted there.
Underpants stuffed down toilet bowls & nothing worked.

Plan your trip to give it a wide birth alcohol or no alcohol, we don't think you'd feel safe there and don't think you would be safe there.
Take care, safe travels. Ma.