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Hattah - Kulkyne National Park
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape. Parks Victoria respects the deep and continuing connection that Traditional Owners have to these lands and waters, and we recognise their ongoing role in caring for Country.
Hattah-Kulkyne National Park lies in typical mallee country with extensive low scrub and open native pine woodland. Superbly adapted birds, animals and vegetation thrive in the poor, sandy soils and searing summers.
The freshwater Hattah Lakes is seasonally filled by creeks connected to the Murray, providing food and shelter for waterbirds and fish. These lakes can remain full for up to ten years without flooding, but flooding generally occurs once every two years.
Camping, walking, bike riding and canoeing are popular here and in the adjoining Murray-Kulkyne Park.
Things to do
Lake Mournpall Camping Area
Relax at camp and enjoy the company of native wildlife, or set out and explore one of the nearby walking trails.
Lake Hattah Camping Area
Unwind at camp after a day of walking, bike riding or canoeing.
Walking in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
There are a range of great walks throughout Hattah-Kulkyne National Park, from easy family walks to longer hikes. Take in the distinctive Mallee landscape and explore the impressive lakes system - famous for its abundant birdlife.
Bird watching
From bushland to wetlands and everything in between, parks provide habitat to an abundance of common and rare bird species. Go for a wander and see how many you can spot.
Stargazing
Escape the city lights to remote nature locations to see the spectacular starry southern night sky.
Camping in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
Choose from designated camping areas with basic facilities, or river side camping with no facilities.
Wildflowers
Whether you’re surrounding yourself with carpets of colourful flowers, spotting rare orchids, or just enjoying the local native flowers, it’s a great way to immerse yourself in nature and help your spirits soar.
Wildlife and Nature
This area is well known for its wildlife. Keep an eye out for:
Tours and adventure experiences in parks
One of the best ways you can get into nature is with a Licensed Tour Operator.
There are more than 400 Licensed Tour Operators across Victoria who are ready and waiting to help you experience and connect with Victoria’s spectacular parks and waterways.
Discover more than 60 different types of nature-based experiences including hiking, mountain biking, boating, four-wheel driving, indigenous culture tours, birdwatching, surfing, diving and so much more.
Licensed Tour Operators know all the best places to go and will plan and prepare your visit to ensure you are safe and can enjoy your nature-based adventure to the fullest.
How to get there
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park
Hattah-Kulkyne National Park is about 450km from Melbourne off the Calder Highway, between Ouyen and Mildura. The Park is 35km north of Ouyen and 74km south of Mildura. The main park entrance and visitor centre is located on Hattah Entrance road, the turn off is 4km east of the Calder Highway along Hattah - Robinvale Road.
When you're there
Download the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park and Murray-Kulkyne Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Need to know
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park
Accessibility
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.
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.
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Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Murray River Dispersed Camping Limited Access Due to Flood Waters & Previous Flood Damage
Due to the past flood in 2022 and current rising waters in the Murray River areas are being flooded, all river access traditionally accessible for dispersed camping in Murray Kulkyne Park is either inaccessible (Closed) or (Open with warning signage).The areas marked as Closed remain officially closed until new flood waters have gone and tracks are cleared, tree hazards can be assessed and removed to ensure you and your family’s safety. Once assessed to be safe for public access the areas will be reopened. Thanks for your patience.Please find a list of areas below to help navigate through this period:Liparoo Camping Area - Open - Some sections inaccessiblePaddle Wheel Camping Area – Closed - Further track clearing and new flood waterThe Boiler Camping Area –Ki Bend Camping Area - Closed -Jinkers Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodFireman’s Bend Camping Area – Closed - FloodRetail Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodDeep Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodSextons Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodStation Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodBritts Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodTarpaulin Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodBillabong Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodEmmerts Bend Camping Area - Closed - FloodEmmerts Bend Boat Ramp - Closed - FloodMansells Bend - Closed - FloodLe Bruns Bend - Closed - FloodWatts Bend - Closed - Flood -
Hattah - Kulkyne National Park
Lockie Track - Closed Due To Flood Water
Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Lockie Track and is inaccessible.Yerang Track - Closed Due To Flood Water
Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Yerang Track and is inaccessible.Redgum Track - Closed Due To Flood Water
Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Redgum Track is inaccessible.Rim Crossing
Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flowing through Chalka Creek at Rim Crossing to a depth above 600mm.Island Track - Closed Due To Flood Water
Due to the increasing water levels in the Murray River, water is currently flooding Island Track and is inaccessible.Aerial Conservation Program Hattah Kulkyne National Park Closed 16th to 20th October 2023
Please be advised that a pest animal control program using firearms will be conducted in Hattah Kulkyne National Park.The program will be conducted from Monday 16th to the end of Friday the 20th of October 2023.During such time the Park and Campgrounds will be closed for public safetyClosure signs will be in place on all main entry points into the park. -
Lake Hattah Day Visitor Area (Hattah - Kulkyne National Park)
Lake Hattah Day Visitor BBQ Unavailable
To avoid disappointment, please note the BBQ located at the Lake Hattah Day Visitor area has been decommissioned temporarily.
How we keep it special
The River Red Gum Parks Management Plan outlines the management of more than 100 parks and reserves covering more than 215000 ha along the Murray, Goulburn and Ovens river corridors between Wodonga and the South Australian border.