Shearers Quarters Camping Area (Murray-Sunset National Park)

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Shearers Quarters Camping Area (Murray-Sunset National Park)

Get close to nature at Shearers Quarters Camping Area. Camp in Victoria's own outback and sit around the table or fire pit while you enjoy the serenity of the bush.

The wide, open landscape is the perfect backdrop for you to admire breathtaking sunsets and starry nights. There are three unpowered campsites suitable for up to six people per site, shared firepits and picnic tables as well as a pit-toilet. Camping is free and on a first-come first-served basis, no
bookings required.

When you're there, explore the dry forest and woodlands as you take a bushwalk along the 3.5km Sunset Nature Walk, which begins at the camping area. You can see a variety of dry country birdlife in the region, including the endangered Malleefowl. On a warm afternoon, you may be lucky enough to spot a Bearded Dragon or Mallee Dragon basking in the sun. Signs along the way tell stories of the park’s plants and animals and the area’s farming and logging history.

There is a CEL-FI booster at the Shearers Quarters which provides limited 4G phone coverage for emergency calls.

A 4WD is needed to access to the Shearers Quarters Camping Area and the roads can be difficult to pass when wet.

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Shearers Quarters Camping Area (Murray-Sunset National Park)

Need to know

Shearers Quarters Camping Area (Murray-Sunset National Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • No dogs allowed
  • No firearms allowed

Warnings

    • None applicable

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.

Locust control – Murray-Sunset National Park

Visitors and the community are advised that targeted aerial treatment for locusts is planned across approximately 800 hectares of Murray-Sunset National Park today 4 November 2026.

Parks Victoria is working with Agriculture Victoria (AgVic) and partner agencies as part of the coordinated response to current locust activity. The Australian Plague Locust Commission (APLC) will undertake the aerial treatment using Green Guard.

Temporary access restrictions will be in place in areas where treatment is underway, the area treated will be closed for 24 hours post spraying in accordance with the label. (Re-entry from 11:00am 5/11/2026)

Visitors are asked to follow all signs and directions from Parks Victoria, AgVic and APLC staff and avoid areas where treatment is occurring. If spraying is occurring nearby, visitors may be directed to remain in their vehicles with windows closed until advised it is safe to continue.

If aerial spraying is occurring nearby, visitors may be directed to remain in their vehicles with windows closed until advised it is safe to continue.

The entire park is not closed during these operations, however individual roads, tracks or areas may be temporarily restricted to allow treatment to be undertaken safely.

Visitors planning to travel through Murray-Sunset National Park are encouraged to check current park conditions before visiting and follow all on-site directions.

Attachments: APLC aerial spraying MSNP_SIGN (1,216KB)

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