Lake Mournpall Camping Area

A tent pitched in a bushland campsite under the cover of trees, with a truck and wooden picnic table nearby.

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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.

Lake Mournpall 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 agriculture.vic.gov.au/fisheries.


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Things to do in the area

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.
A couple stop on the side of the Great Ocean Road to take a picture.

Long drives

Venture out on a regional road trip with some of Australia's most scenic drives taking you to its most spectacular natural attractions.
A couple watch the sunset at a picnic table on the edge of Lake Catani at Mount Buffalo National Park.

Sunrises and sunsets

Spectacular sunsets from the summits and to west, and picturesque sunrises in the east , top-and-tail your day the perfect way.
A couple looks on at a Wombat on Wilsons Promontory National Park,

Wildlife viewing

Get up close and personal with some of Australia's shy native wildlife or look up to spot tree-dwelling mammals and flocks of colourful birds,

How to get there

Lake Mournpall Camping Area

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. 
Lake Mournpall Camping Area

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.

Need to know

Lake Mournpall 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.

  • 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 Wednesday 25th June 2025.

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

    Please refer to the attached map for more details. 

    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)

  • Lake Mournpall Walk (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)

    Caution - Mournpall Loop Walking Track Works

    Please be aware that the Mournpall loop walking track remains open with extra caution to be used at the intersection of Mournpall Track above Lake Konardin. (please refer to the attached map)
    Work will be occurring in the area commencing 10/6/25 through to and finishing 27/6/25. Vehicles will be intermittently entering and exiting via Mournpall Track along the walking track for approx. 300 meters. 

    Attachments: Mournpall Loop Walking Track Works Intersecting (180KB)

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