Firemans Bend Camping Area (Hattah-Kulkyne National Park)

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Firemans Bend Camping Area (Hattah-Kulkyne National Park)

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

No firearms allowed
No dogs allowed

Warnings

Water hazards
Deep water

Submerged obstacles

Strong currents

Shallow water
Animals and pests
Snakes

Beware feral bees
Other warnings
Limbs may fall take care

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.

Closure - Conservation Program

Due to a pest animal conservation program involving firearms and an aerial appliance, Hattah-Kulkyne National Park will be closed on Tuesday 23 June 2026, for public safety.

Lake Hattah and Lake Mournpall campgrounds will be closed Monday 22^nd and Tuesday 23^rd June 2026.

Closure signage will be in place at all main park entry points.

Murray Kulkyne Park will remain fully open, allowing access to camping along the river bends. If staying in the Murray Kulkyne Park, please ensure you don't cross River Track into the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park during this closure for your own safety.

Please refer to the attached map for more details.

Attachments: Hattah-Kulkyne National Park Closure Map (347KB)

Changing Access

Raak Track and Goosefoot Track are currently closed due to fire impacts.

From Monday 1st June to December 2026, essential environmental works will take place within the northern section of the park as part of the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project (VMFRP). During this time, visitors can expect increased heavy vehicle movement and temporary track closures. To ensure public safety, certain areas will be restricted during construction. We recommend checking this page frequently for real-time updates before planning your trip.

Please refer to the attached map for specific details.

Please plan your visit around these closures and comply with local signs.

Thank you for your patience.

Attachments: Hattah-Kulkyne access changes May-Dec 2026 (841KB)

Planned access changes: Hattah-Kulkyne VMFRP project

From 10 June to December 2026, essential environmental works will take place within the Hattah-Kulkyne park as part of the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project (VMFRP). During this time, visitors can expect increased heavy vehicle movement and temporary track closures.

Certain areas will be restricted during construction for public safety. Please refer to the detailed maps of the affected zones on our VMFRP project page. We recommend checking this page frequently for real-time updates before planning your trip to Hattah-Kulkyne.