Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve

The conservation reserve contains 12 distinct craters formed by meteorite fragments, with the largest crater measuring 180 meters in diameter and 15 meters deep.

The site was discovered in 1899 by a station manager, but scientific investigations only began in 1931 when researchers from the University of Adelaide studied the impact formations.

The crater field holds significance for the Arrernte people, who consider this intersection of Aboriginal language groups a sacred location in the Northern Territory.

Visitors can explore the site through self-guided walking tracks around the craters, with entry fees ranging from 10 to 60 dollars except for Northern Territory residents.

The reserve contains one of five meteorite impact sites in Australia that retain original meteorite fragments, with over 500 kilograms of material recovered.

Location: Northern Territory

Location: MacDonnell Region

Elevation above the sea: 459 m

Website: http://nretas.nt.gov.au/national-parks-and-reserves/parks/find/henbury

GPS coordinates: -24.57190,133.14800

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:20