Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

Sunlight glistening on a serene lake bordered by bushland trees and scrub.

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Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

Hattah-Kulkyne National Park lies in typical mallee country with extensive low scrub and open native pine woodland. Superbly adapted birds, animals and vegetation thrive in the poor, sandy soils and searing summers.

The freshwater Hattah Lakes is seasonally filled by creeks connected to the Murray, providing food and shelter for waterbirds and fish. These lakes can remain full for up to ten years without flooding, but flooding generally occurs once every two years.

Camping, walking, bike riding and canoeing are popular here and in the adjoining Murray-Kulkyne Park.

Things to do

A large Macpac tent set up next to a picnic table and a white ute with a mountain bike on the roof at Lake Mournpall Campground at Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

Lake Mournpall Camping Area

Relax at camp and enjoy the company of native wildlife, or set out and explore one of the nearby walking trails.
A large square grey tent pitched overlooking the water at Lake Hattah Campground at Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

Lake Hattah Camping Area

Unwind at camp after a day of walking, bike riding or canoeing.

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 abundant birdlife.
Father and son bird watching on boardwalk

Bird watching

From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
Stargazing in the Murray Sunset National Park.

Stargazing

Escape the city lights to remote nature locations to see the spectacular starry southern night sky.
Two people camping by the water

Camping in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park

Choose from designated camping areas with basic facilities, or river side camping with no facilities.
Wildflowers

Wildflowers

Whether you’re surrounding yourself with carpets of colourful flowers, spotting rare orchids, or just enjoying the local native flowers, it’s a great way to immerse yourself in nature and help your spirits soar.

Wildlife and Nature

This area is well known for its wildlife. Keep an eye out for:

Emus
Kangaroos
Koalas

Tours and adventure experiences in parks

One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.

There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.

Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more. 

Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.

Find a Licensed Tour Operator

How to get there

Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

Hattah-Kulkyne National Park is about 450km from Melbourne off the Calder Highway, between Ouyen and Mildura. The Park is 35km north of Ouyen and 74km south of Mildura. The main park entrance and visitor centre is located on Hattah Entrance road, the turn off is 4km east of the Calder Highway along Hattah - Robinvale Road. 
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

When you're there

 Download the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park and Murray-Kulkyne Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.

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Need to know

Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

Accessibility

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.

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

    Park Closure - Conservation Program

    Due to a conservation program Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, including Lake Hattah and Lake Mournpall campgrounds, will be closed from Monday 12th to and inclusive of Thursday 15th May 2025.

    Hattah Kulkyne National Park will be closed during nighttime hours only therefore is open to enjoy during daylight.

    Hattah & Mournpall campgrounds will be closed all hours across this period. 

    Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park.

    Please refer to the attached map for specific locations. 

    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 & support

    Attachments: Hattah Kulkyne National Park and Murray Kulkyne Outline Map (347KB)

How we keep it special

The Mallee and River Red Gum Parks Management Plans, which both include Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, together direct aspects of management across the parks.

The Mallee and River Red Gum Parks Conservation Action Plans provide directions for environmental conservation management across the diverse landscape. The Mallee plan focuses on the heathlands on sand dunes, saline soaks, woodlands, riverine and lake systems. The River Red Gum Plan looks at landscapes which are supported by the Murray River from dry and riverine forests to woodlands, freshwater and saline wetlands.

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