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Lake Hattah Camping Area
Explore the lake system by canoe, ride a bike along shared trails through the park and explore the iconic Mallee landscape.
Lake Hattah Camping Area offers 16 unpowered campsites, suitable for tents, camper trailers, campervans and caravans.
Campground facilities include non-flush toilets, fireplaces and picnic tables.
Individual campsites cannot be reserved, please select your campsite(s) within the campground on arrival.
Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round. Each campsite holds a maximum of six people. Please book multiple sites for bookings of more than six people.
The park has a rich variety of birdlife ranging from wetland species such as Pelicans, Ducks and Spoonbills to dry mallee specialists such as Malleefowl and Emu Wrens.
Murray Cod and Golden Perch (Yellowbelly) provide good sport for anglers. Unfortunately, European Carp are present in large numbers. In season, Yabbies and Murray Crayfish may also be found. A Victorian recreational fishing licence is required for fishing and yabbying and can be purchased from vfa.gov.au.
Things To Do
Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
Bird watching
Sunrises and sunsets
Wildlife viewing
How to get there
Lake Hattah Camping Area
Facilities
When you're there
Need to know
Lake Hattah Camping Area
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.
Be prepared and stay safe
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park is in the Mallee fire district. Bushfires can occur during the warmer months. It is your responsibility to check current and forecast weather conditions. Campfires cannot be lit on days of Total Fire Ban, however gas cookers can be used for preparing food.
Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at emergency.vic.gov.au, on the Vic Emergency App or call the Vic Emergency Hotline 1800 226 226.
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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Hattah - Kulkyne National Park
Yerang Track closed due to flooding
Due to flooding of the Hattah lake system, Yerang Track remains closed for public safety.Lockie Track closed due to flooding
Due to flooding of the Hattah lake system , Lockie Track remains closed for public safety.Boolungal Crossing closed due to flooding
Due to recent flood waters, Boolungal Crossing remains closed for public safety.Rim Crossing closed due to flooding
Due to flooding of the Hattah lake system , Rim Crossing remains closed for public safety.Mournpall Track Closed Due to Flooding
Due to recent flooding of the Hattah lake system , Mournpall Track remains closed for public safety. Water is still present in sections of the track making it inaccessible untill further notice.Chalka Creek Track closed due to flooding
Due to recent floodwaters Chalka Creek Track remains closed for public safety. Sections of this track have significant damage making it impassable. Once made safe it will be reopened.Bugle Ridge Walking Track closed due to flooding
Due to recent flooding of the Hattah lake system , Bugle Ridge Walking Track is now closed for public safety until it can be assessed for safe access.Blue Green Algae detected within Hattah Lakes
Blue Green Algae is confirmed to be resent within the Hattah Lakes system.Contact with the affected water may cause harm to humans and animals.For your safety, we recommend not to drink the water, no contact on skin, no swimming and limit recreational activities on the water.Contact with affected water can cause skin irritation, mild respiratory effects and hayfever-like symptoms. -
Lake Mournpall Camping Area (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)
Mournpall Campground closed due to flooding
Due to flooding of the Hattah lake system, Lake Mournpall Campground remains closed for public safety. -
Lake Mournpall Walk (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)
Mournpall Loop Walking Track closed due flooding
Due to recent flooding of the Hattah lake system , Mournpall Loop Walking Track remains closed for public safety. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Messengers Regulator Bridge on River Track Closed
River track has dried out and accessible but is a "no through road". Washaways are present but are signposted so drive to conditions.
Unfortunately, Messengers regulator is significantly damaged from floods and is impassible hence a no through road. Be sure to check maps as to river bends or tracks you wish to visit as you may have to enter river track from the north or south end of the park.Increased risk of mosquito-borne diseases
Large numbers of mosquitoes in Northern Victoria have increased the risk of mosquito-borne diseases, particularly around rivers and other water bodies.For information about how to protect yourself and your loved ones from mosquito bites before you head outdoors, visit the Don't Wing It!- Better Health Website or see our visitor safety tips.Murray River Dispersed Camping Limited Access Due to Flood Damage
Due to the recent Murray River and Hattah Lakes flood, all river access traditionally accessible for dispersed camping in Murray Kulkyne Park is either (Closed) or (Open with warning signage).The areas marked as Closed remain officially closed until 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 - OpenPaddle Wheel Camping Area – ClosedThe Boiler Camping Area – OpenKi Bend Camping Area - ClosedJinkers Bend Camping Area - ClosedFireman’s Bend Camping Area – ClosedRetail Bend Camping Area - OpenDeep Bend Camping Area - ClosedSextons Bend Camping Area - OpenStation Bend Camping Area - ClosedBritts Bend Camping Area - OpenTarpaulin Bend Camping Area - OpenBillabong Bend Camping Area - ClosedEmmerts Bend Camping Area - ClosedEmmerts Bend Boat Ramp - OpenMansells Bend - ClosedLe Bruns Bend - ClosedWatts Bend - Open