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Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
There are a range of great walks throughout Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, from easy family walks to longer hikes. Take in the distinctive Mallee landscape and explore the impressive lakes system - famous for its birdlife.
Hattah Nature Walk – 1.2km, 40 minutes return
This gentle walk begins from the carpark near the park entrance off the Hattah-Robinvale Road. Interpretative signs highlight Mallee ecosystem.
Warepil Lookout Walk – 600m, 30 minutes return
Start from the Old Calder Highway carpark and take a short stroll up the steady incline to the lookout tower. You will be rewarded with great views of the surrounding Mallee Region. Look north-west and see the vast Murray Sunset National Park. This is a great place to witness the magnificent Mallee sunsets.
Woodlands Walk – 2.5km, 1 hour one way
This walk starts at the Hattah- Kulkyne National Park Visitor Centre carpark and connects to the Camel Pad Track. It allows you to walk the 8km to Lake Mournpall Campground avoiding the car traffic on Mournpall Track.
Mournpall Lake Loop – 9.5km, 3 hours circuit
Starting at the Lake Mournpall camping area, this loop walk follows the northern edge of Lake Mournpall before circling north around Lake Konardin passing through River Red Gum flood plains and Mallee dunes. The walk showcases the dramatic changes in vegetation, as you get closer and further away from water. Keep an eye also for the abundant wildlife. Kangaroos and emus can frequently be spotted, as well as a variety of birds, including wedge-tailed eagles, whitebellied sea eagles and whistling kites.
Download the Hattah-Kulkyne Visitor Guide for a map of the walks in the park.
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Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Park Closure - Conservation Program
Due to a conservation program Hattah-Kulkyne National Park will be partially closed including no further bookings into Lake Hattah and Lake Mournpall campgrounds across Saturday 18th & 19th October 2025.Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the areas of closed park.Please refer to the attached map for more details.Murray Kulkyne Park will remain fully open allowing access to camping along the river bends. If staying in the Murray Kulkyne Park, please ensure you don't cross River Track into the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park during this closure for your own safety.Appreciate your patience & supportAttachments: Hattah Partial Closure Map 18-19th October 2025 (410KB)