Dead River Bend Camping Area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

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Dead River Bend Camping Area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

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Dead River Bend Camping Area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

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Dead River Bend Camping Area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

Seasonally closed

Warnings

Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

Trees may fall take care
Water hazards
Strong currents

Submerged obstacles

Deep water
Animals and pests
Snakes

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Limited vehicle access and camping at Barmah Island

There will be limited vehicle and camping access at Barmah Island through to the 31 May 2024. Camping and vehicle access will only be available in the top Northeast corner. Visitors are asked to enter (and exit) via Moira Lakes Rd (near Rice’s Bridge) and turning left onto River Rd. Please note that access on foot to the whole of Barmah Island is permitted.

Alternative areas for camping where dogs/pets are permitted include: The Ranch Camping Area, Barmah (Proposed Murray River Park), Carter’s Beach Camping Area (Ulupna Island), Stewart’s Bridge Rd – various (dogs not permitted in some sections which are National Park), Shepparton Regional Park, Arcadia Streamside Reserve.

Attachments: Alternatives to Barmah Island (270KB)

Murray River Adventure Trail

Stage One of the long-distance nature-based Murray River Adventure Trail will encompass a series of new and upgraded trails and other facilities from Barmah National Park (near Picnic Point) to Koondrook. The trail will pass through Lower Goulburn National Park, Gunbower National Park, Murray River Reserve and Echuca. Find out more about the project.