Bruce's Bend Boat Ramp (Kings Billabong Park, River Murray Reserve)

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Bruce's Bend Boat Ramp (Kings Billabong Park, River Murray Reserve)

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Bruce's Bend Boat Ramp (Kings Billabong Park, River Murray Reserve)

Bruce's Bend Boat Ramp (Kings Billabong Park, River Murray Reserve)

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Bruce's Bend Boat Ramp (Kings Billabong Park, River Murray Reserve)

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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Boating zones apply
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

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

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.

Catfish Lagoon regulator - Erosion Protection works


The Mallee Catchment Management Authority (MCMA) have engaged a contractor to undertake bank restoration works in the Merbein Common, adjacent to the Catfish Lagoon regulator. Works are to commence on Monday 23/06/2025 and are expected to be completed by Wednesday 02/07/2025. During this time, gates at either end of the regulating structure will be closed between 7:00am and 6:00pm.   

Repair to track network in Kings Billabong Park

The October 2022 flood event caused damage to many areas in Kings Billabong Park. Immediate repairs have been completed to keep Kings Billabong Park open and safe. Recent works have repaired the tracks to popular camping area near Bruces Bend, Baggs Bridge and the Billabong Walks Carpark.​
Parks Victoria is currently:​
  • Repairing potholes and corrugations from Bruces Bend Boat Ramp to Baggs Bridge camping area.​
  • Stockpiling crushed rock at Bruces Bend Boat Ramp, Psyche Bend Pumps and Red Cliffs Boats Ramp in preparation for future works.​
  • Working with local contractors to assist with repairs.​

Attachments: Repair_Works_Underway_A3 Kings Billabong Park (521KB)

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.

Safety Alert - Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus

Recent monitoring by the Department of Health has detected evidence of Japanese encephalitis (JE) virus circulating in northern Victoria.

JE virus is spread by mosquitos to humans through bites from infected mosquitos and can cause a rare but potentially serious infection of the brain. The Department of Health advise that residents and people visiting northern Victoria – particularly inland riverine regions and near the Murray River – are at risk.

Taking steps to avoid being bitten is a critical step to protect against mosquito-borne disease. There are simple steps to protect against mosquito-borne diseases:
• Cover up – wear long, loose-fitting clothing when outside (mosquitoes can bite through tight clothing).
• Use mosquito repellents containing picaridin or DEET on all exposed skin. Apply a thin, even layer of repellent (as per label instructions) to any exposed skin, making sure you reapply it regularly.
• Limit outdoor activity if lots of mosquitoes are about.
• If possible, remove stagnant water where mosquitoes can breed around your campsite.
• Mosquito coils can be effective in small outdoor areas where you gather to sit or eat.

Further information is available from the Department of Health Japanese encephalitis health alert.

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