Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

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Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

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.

How to get there

Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

The best place to start your visit is at Hattah-Kukyne National Park Visitor Centre. All walks are easily accessible by foot or a short trip in the car along the unsealed but maintained roads.

Facilities

Carpark
Toilets

Need to know

Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

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.

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    Changing access

    Changing access from May 2026

    Raak Track and Goosefoot Track are currently closed due to fire impacts.

    Upgrades to improve access are taking place in Hattah Kulkyne National Park. River Track will temporarily be closed from the northern entry point at Emmert's Bend through to the intersection of Raak Track. Roadworks will commence on the 11 May 2026 and continue for approximately 2 weeks. 

    From late May to December 2026, essential environmental works will take place within the northern section of the park as part of the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project (VMFRP). During this time, visitors can expect increased heavy vehicle movement and temporary track closures. To ensure public safety, certain areas will be restricted during construction. We recommend checking this page frequently for real-time updates before planning your trip.

    Please plan your visit around these closures, and comply with local signsThank you for your patience.

    Attachments: Hattah-Kulkyne access changes May-Dec 2026 (841KB)

  • Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

    Temporary Closure - River Track North

    Upgrades to River Track is requiring roadworks in Hattah Kulkyne National Park and will affect access. River track will need to be closed from the northern entry point at Emmert's Bend through to the intersection of Raak Track.

    Roadworks are planned to commence on the 11th of May and continue till completion in approximately 2 weeks being the 22nd of May 2026. 
    Signage will be in place at either end of the work on River track. Please plan you access to the park around this closure. 

    Please refer to the attached map for more details.

    Please keep referring to the website for updates.

    Appreciate your patience and support

    Attachments: River Track Closure Website Map (147KB)

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