Explore
Proposed Murray River Park (part)
Volunteer
How to get there
Proposed Murray River Park (part)
Need to know
Proposed Murray River Park (part)
Safety in nature
You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.
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. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.
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
Murray River areas closed due to inundation - Yarrawonga through to downstream of Tocumwal through to Barmah
Due to recent high rainfall, gullies and tracks into beaches and camping areas between Yarrawonga and downstream past Tocumwal and through to Barmah NP have been inundated. Releases through Yarrawonga Weir are still high (24,000 Ml/d today 19/8/26) as water continues to move through the system. The following areas between Yarrawonga and Cobram; and downstream are temporarily closed:· Chinaman’s Bend· Forges Beach 1 & 2· Bruces Beach 1 & 2· Zinettis 1 & 2· Nevins Beach· Duffys Beach· Bourkes Beach 1, 2 & 3· Cobrawonga Island· Scott’s Beach· Little Toms· Dead River· Davies· Guilmartins· Finley Beach· Mulberry· Apex Beach· Grassy Beach· Top End· Bottom BeachFloodwater is impacting access tracks, making them impassable to all vehicle types.Stay informed – monitor your local conditions and remain alert.· Parks Victoria has closed some park access gates due to rising river levels. These closures are in place for your safety.· Do not drive through floodwater or around road closure signs.· Avoid walking through flooded areas.· Boating in floodwaters is dangerous due to debris, submerged trees and other hidden dangers.Barmah National parks closed aresas
Due to Flooding areas of Barmah National Park, Proposed Murray River Park and Tocumwal Regional Park have been closed for public safety and to avoid damage.Most tracks and visitor sites within these Parks have become inaccessible to motorised vehicles due to localised rain and flooding from rising river levels.The current closure effects all visitor sites and tracks displayed on the attached map with exception of those highlighted in Green and listed below which can be accessed by 4X4 vehicles, as some water crossings may be required:Open Areas,• Sand Ridge Track part (up to the Dharnya centre)• Lakes Camping area (North end only)• Reserve Track part (from entrance to The Junction camping area on Ulupna Island)• The Junction Camping area Ulupna• Carters camping area 1Take care and monitor the situation• River Levels are Rising and Additional areas may be closed or become inaccessible at any time.• we encourage community members to take extra care around rivers, creeks and lakes as water levels may rise quickly and without warning. We encourage those travelling to new or unfamiliar areas to exercise additional caution.• If camping never camp under trees or branches and avoid camping on low-lying land near creeks, rivers, streams, and other waterways.• If conditions outside appear dangerous over the coming days, please stay inside. If you are driving and conditions deteriorate, safely pull over away from drains, trees, low-lying areas and floodwater.• Stay up-to-date with any warnings issued by downloading the VicEmergency app and establishing a personal watch zone for your local area or the area you are travelling to. Updated forecasts are also available on the Bureau of Meteorology website at bom.gov.au.• Local flood guides are also available at ses.vic.gov.au to aid preparation.Attachments: Barmah National Park- 18 August 2026 (979KB)
Echuca Regional Park minor flooding
Echuca Regional Park is inaccessible in areas due to localised minor flooding and inundation of the main tracksStewarts Bridge Road is closed from Echuca Nathalia Road to Hoopers Road Barmah.Do not drive through flood water.Echuca Regional Park Minor Flood and Inundation
Echuca Regional Park camping areas are affected by minor flooding and inundation of flood waters in low lying areas. This has impacted access into the park on Simmie Road and Looker Road.Visitors are advised to seek alternative camping locations and avoid this area.Do not drive through flood water
How we keep it special
More people are connecting with Victoria’s natural and cultural landscapes than ever before, which is why Parks Victoria supports healthy and resilient parks for current and future generations.
Parks Victoria is responding to climate change, extreme weather events, human impacts, previous land management practices, invasive species and the changing distribution of plants and animals that is challenging park management and conservation efforts.
Working with Traditional Owners, partners, communities and individuals, Parks Victoria is investing in nature’s future through joint management, projects to enrich visitor experiences and programs to protect habitats and cultural heritage.