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#9 on this list
Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk)
Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory, Australia
Sandstone gorges linked by short portages in Jawoyn country.
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Great Glen Canoe Trail
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
Coast-to-coast across Scotland via the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) | Great Glen Canoe Trail |
|---|---|---|
| Park | Nitmiluk National Park | — |
| Management | Jawoyn traditional owners and NT Parks | Scottish Canals |
| Style | Gorge paddling with rock-bar portages | — |
| Overnight | Permit required | — |
| Route | — | Fort William to Inverness |
| Distance | — | About 60 miles (96 km) |
| Typical time | — | 3–5 days |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk)
- Dramatic sandstone walls
- Cultural landscape
- Seasonal closures
- Extreme heat
Great Glen Canoe Trail
- Coast-to-coast story
- Trail shelters and campsites
- Exposed big lochs
- Changeable weather
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