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Camping in Little Desert National Park
Camping is available at Ackle Bend, Horseshoe Bend and Kiata campgrounds and at Broughtons Waterhole, Mallee Walkers Camp and Yellow Gum Walkers Camp.
Advanced bookings and payment are required year-round at Ackle Bend and Horseshoe Bend camping areas.
The campgrounds all have toilets, fireplaces and tables, apart from Broughtons Waterhole, which does not have toilets.
There is no drinking water available, please bring your own. Limited non-potable water may be available from rainwater tanks at campgrounds and walker’s camps.
Bush camping away from the park campgrounds is permitted in the central and western blocks of the desert.
Things to do in the area
4WD
Bird watching
Stargazing
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Camping in Little Desert National Park
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Camping in Little Desert National Park
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
Little Desert National Park is in the Wimmera 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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Little Desert National Park
Little Desert National Park Partial Closure due to bushfires
Little Desert National Park was closed after a bush fire that started from lightning on the 27th of January. Area's south of Kaniva in the western block that were not impacted are now open to visitors and provide a remote 4Wheel driving experience.The central and eastern sections of the park, tracks and campgrounds remain closed to ensure visitor and community safety and support fire stabilisation activity.For further park information, call Parks Victoria on 13 1963.For fire related information, download the VicEmergency app or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.If you see impacted wildlife - call 1300 356 682.