This four-day walk has been designed to showcase the different ecosystems of the Little Desert National Park. These include heathlands, salt lakes, dry woodlands and the Wimmera River also known to the Wotjobaluk Peoples, as Barringgi Gadyin.
Long distance walkers can tackle all or part of the 74 km Desert Discovery Walk. There are two overnight camps along the way, accessible only by walkers. This walk is a great opportunity to experience some of the park’s diversity on foot. It is especially colourful in spring.
Places to stay
Horseshoe Bend Camping Area
Kiata Camping Area
Mallee Walkers Camp
Wildlife and wildflowers
Keep an eye out for kangaroos, emus and other wildlife.
After the spring rains, spectacular orchid displays can be found.
How to get there
Little Desert Discovery Walk
When you're there
The Little Desert Discovery Walk track notes will guide you through different sections of this walk.
When to go
Need to know
Little Desert Discovery Walk
Before you go
Overnight walkers are asked to register their details a week in advance via a Trip intention form sent to LittleDesertDiscoveryWalk@parks.vic.gov.au
Facilities
The Desert Discovery Walk is marked by signposts and track markers.
Mallee and Yellow Gum Walkers Camps are accessible by walkers only. They have a fireplace, limited non potable water from a rainwater tank, a pit toilet, and an emergency shelter.
Please take all rubbish away for disposal or recycling.
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 Areas Closed - Little Desert NP
The Eastern and Central Blocks of the Little Desert NP both currently remain closed following the devastating bushfire which damaged 70% of the park last summer.In January 2025, a large fast-moving bushfire ignited by lightning swept through 70% of the Little Desert National Park.Since then, a staged re-opening of the park has commenced, and many popular areas have since re-opened such as:- Horseshoe and Ackle Bend Campgrounds and day visitor areas
- Pomonderoo Hill
Areas within the park that were not impacted by the fire and remain open are:- Western Block - 4WD tracks and dispersed camping
- Kiata Sanctuary Picnic Ground
- Keith Hateley Nature Walk
There are many areas within the park which remain closed for recovery works such as:- Eastern Block including Stringybark walk
- Desert Discovery Walk
- Central Block including Broughton’s waterhole campground and McDonalds Hwy
We continue to work towards repair and recovery, with further updates in coming months. - Horseshoe and Ackle Bend Campgrounds and day visitor areas