Parks and reserves remain open while we manage the impacts of H5 bird flu.

If you see sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not touch or approach them. Follow all signs and keep your distance from wildlife.

Visit Agriculture Victoria's website for more information.

Doctors Bend Camping area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

This area has additional visitor advice This area has reported issues This area is closed

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Doctors Bend Camping area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

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Doctors Bend Camping area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

Doctors Bend Camping area (River Murray Reserve, Proposed Murray River Park (part))

Need to know

Doctors Bend Camping area (River Murray Reserve, 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.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash

Restrictions

  • None applicable

Warnings

  • Other warnings
    • Limbs may fall take care
    • Trees may fall take care
  • Water hazards
    • Strong currents
    • Shallow water
    • Submerged obstacles

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.

Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek

Construction Underway- Bidgee Lagoons and Wakool Creek
Work is underway at various sites to improve access for visitors, park users, and emergency services, helping more people enjoy parks.
Construction works will include upgrading ageing infrastructure to improve access and deliver beneficial environmental and conservation outcomes.

Construction details
Works commence: Tuesday 1st September
Track closed: Tuesday 1st September to Saturday 31st October (no vehicle or pedestrian access)
Closed areas include River Track, Bidgee Junction Track, Boundary Track

Access during works
Dispersed camping is available in Narrung with entry via Murray Valley Hwy (MVH) or Passage Camp with entry via Mills Lane off the MVH.

Attachments: RFMF Signs_Repair_Works_Underway_BidgeeWakool (160KB)

River Murray Reserve adjacent to Guttrum and Benwell State Forests access changes

Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting the River Murray Reserve adjacent to the Guttrum and Benwell State Forests. Please do not drive through flood water or around road closures. 

Access roads through the state forest may be closed for safety, impacting access to River Murray Reserve - please check the DEECA public access map for details.

Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.

The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.

During construction:

The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.
Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.

Alternative boat ramp access is available at:

Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)
Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)

The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

Karadoc Boat Ramp Closed

Karadoc Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed from 31 August 2026 while Parks Victoria undertakes upgrade works to improve safety and access for boaters.

The works will include reconstruction of the existing boat ramp.

During construction:

The Karadoc Boat Ramp will be closed to all vessel launching and retrieval.
Access to the immediate construction area will be restricted.

Alternative boat ramp access is available at:

Red Cliffs Boat Ramp (downstream)
Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp (upstream)

The closure will remain in place for the duration of the works.

Parks Victoria apologises for any inconvenience and thanks visitors for their patience while these important upgrades are carried out.

Gunbower National Park and River Murray Reserve access changes

Recent rainfall and a high river event has resulted in some natural flooding inflows impacting Gunbower National Park and the River Murray 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. 
 
Key access tracks in Gunbower National Park affected include:
Sections of River Track
Wee Wee Rup Track
Robertson Break
Robertson Road
Nursery Track
Batemans Road
Broken Axle Track
Sand Hill Track
Red Rise Track

Some track closures within Gunbower State Forest may also be implemented for safety reasons, impacting access to Gunbower National Park and the River Murray Reserve on Gunbower Island - please check the DEECA public access map for details.

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.

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