Access 5-6 Camping Areas (River Murray Reserve)

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Access 5-6 Camping Areas (River Murray Reserve)

Camp at Access 5 & 6 Camping Areas and take in the beauty of the more remote areas of the Murray-Sunset National Park. Canoe along the Murray River, go for a swim or just relax at base. No fees or bookings are required. Access is by 4WD in dry weather only. A picnic table is available at the eastern end of the camping area.

Visitor Tips: This is a remote area with no mobile reception. Campers must be self-sufficient and carry all the water and provisions they need. Please practise minimal impact camping and observe relevant fire regulations. Fires are permitted only where fireplaces are provided and must be extinguished with water before leaving. Please bring your own firewood or a gas or electric stove or barbecue.

Campsites should be at least 20m from the river. Avoid camping under or close to large trees like River Red Gums, as branches may fall at any time and swing away from the tree. Chemical toilets are preferred. Pit toilets must be at least 100m from the water’s edge. Bury toilet paper and waste appropriately. No bins are provided – please take all rubbish home with you for recycling or disposal. Download the Lindsay, Mulcra and Wallpolla Islands Visitor Guide for more information.

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Access 5-6 Camping Areas (River Murray Reserve)

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Access 5-6 Camping Areas (River Murray Reserve)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed off leash

Restrictions

  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
  • Water hazards
    • Deep water
    • Strong currents
  • Animals and pests
    • Snakes
    • Beware feral bees

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

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.

Murray River Adventure Trail

Stage One of the Murray River Adventure Trail proposes new canoe and kayak launches, pedestrian links and new facilities at key visitor sites from Barmah National Park to Koondrook. Stage One will pass through Echuca, Murray River Reserve, Gunbower National Park and Lower Goulburn National Park. Find out more about the project.

River Murray Reserve

There are areas within River Murray Reserve that have been impacted by heavy rainfall. This has impacted access to some areas of the park for recreation and may restrict vehicle access due to low lying flood waters. 

The following areas within River Murray Reserve in the Echuca area have been impacted by the rainfall event:
- Pianta Bend 
- Farley Bend- the entry to Farley bend is not accessible by vehicle 
- Betha Bend 
- Baillieu Bend 
- Turner Bend 

Please take care when accessing these park areas, as the main access tracks can be heavily flooded and are not accessible by vehicle. 
Do not drive through flood water


Gunbower National Park and Murray River Reserve access changes

Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting Gunbower National Park and the Murray River Reserve on Gunbower Island.
 
Access to some areas may be restricted and 4WD vehicles are recommended due to slippery access roads. Please do not drive through flood water or around road closures. 
 

Some track closures within Gunbower State Forest may be implemented for safety reasons - please check the DEECA public access map for details.

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