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.
Hattah-Kulkyne National Park Visitor Centre

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 Parks

    River Track North - Closed impassable at Raak Crossing

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River water is currently flowing through Chalka Creek at Raak Crossing on River Track North to a depth above 600mm. Unfortunately, due to remaining flood water in HKNP and the regulator out of service there is no public access to the north of river track. 

    Murray River Dispersed Camping Limited Access Due to Flood Waters & Previous Flood Damage

    Due to the past flood in 2022 and current rising waters in the Murray River areas are being flooded, all river access traditionally accessible for dispersed camping in Murray Kulkyne Park is either inaccessible (Closed) or (Open with warning signage).
    The areas marked as Closed remain officially closed until new flood waters have gone and tracks are cleared, tree hazards can be assessed and removed to ensure you and your family’s safety. Once assessed to be safe for public access the areas will be reopened. Thanks for your patience.

    Please find a list of areas below to help navigate through this period:
    Liparoo Camping Area - Open - Some sections inaccessible 
    Paddle Wheel Camping Area – Closed - Further track clearing and new flood water
    The Boiler Camping Area – Closed - Flood 
    Ki Bend Camping Area - Closed - Further track clearing and new flood water
    Jinkers Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Fireman’s Bend Camping Area – Closed - Flood 
    Retail Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Deep Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Sextons Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Station Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Britts Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Tarpaulin Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Billabong Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Emmerts Bend Camping Area - Closed - Flood 
    Emmerts Bend Boat Ramp - Closed - Flood
    Mansells Bend - Closed - Flood 
    Le Bruns Bend - Closed - Flood 
    Watts Bend - Closed - Flood 

    Messengers Regulator Bridge on River Track Closed

    River track south is currently accessible but is a "no through road". 

    Unfortunately, Messengers regulator is significantly damaged from the 2022 floods and is impassible hence a no through road. 

  • Hattah - Kulkyne National Park

    Yerang Track - Closed Due To Flood Water

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Yerang Track and is inaccessible.

    Island Track - Closed Due To Flood Water

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Island Track and is inaccessible.

    Rim Crossing

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flowing through Chalka Creek at Rim Crossing to a depth above 600mm. 

    Lockie Track - Closed Due To Flood Water

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Lockie Track and is inaccessible.

    Redgum Track - Closed Due To Flood Water

    Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Redgum Track is inaccessible.

    Aerial Conservation Program Hattah Kulkyne National Park Closed 16th to 20th October 2023

    Please be advised that a pest animal control program using firearms will be conducted in Hattah Kulkyne National Park. 
    The program will be conducted from Monday 16th to the end of Friday the 20th of October 2023. 
    During such time the Park and Campgrounds will be closed for public safety
    Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park.

  • Lake Hattah Camping Area (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)

    Lake Hattah Campground Closed Due To Flood Waters

    Lake Hattah Campground within Hattah Kulkyne National Park is closed from Monday 28th of August to the 28th of January 2024.
    High Murray River water levels have filled Hattah's lake system leading to the Lake Hattah campgrounds being flooded, covering campsites and access roads.

    Current bookings during this period will be affected and contact will be made to discuss alternative options.

    We apologise for the inconvenience caused.


  • Lake Hattah Day Visitor Area (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)

    Lake Hattah Day Visitor BBQ Unavailable

    To avoid disappointment, please note the BBQ located at the Lake Hattah Day Visitor area has been decommissioned temporarily.

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