Address & Contact
Hart NT 0872
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Web: https://nt.gov.au/parks/find-a-park/arltunga-historical-reserve
Arltunga Historical Reserve in the East MacDonnell Ranges NT. Arltunga was officially Central Australia's first town. It was established in 1887 as a result of a gold rush. Mining activity continued for 30 years, and at it's peak the
population was around 300 people. There are remains of mines, old miners camps, buildings, 2 cemeteries and machinery.
Sites are spread out so allow a few hours for your visit.
The
visitors centre has displays of old machinery and photos, toilets (including disabled) and drinking water.