Dalkaiana Wartaty – Welcome. The Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia and Jupagulk Peoples (collectively Wotjobaluk), the Traditional Owners of this land welcome you to country.
This four-day walk has been designed to showcase the different ecosystems of the Little Desert National Park. These include heathlands, salt lakes, dry woodlands and the Wimmera River also known to the Wotjobaluk Peoples, as Barringgi Gadyin.
Long distance walkers can tackle all or part of the 74 km Desert Discovery Walk. There are two overnight camps along the way, accessible only by walkers. This walk is a great opportunity to experience some of the park’s diversity on foot. It is especially colourful in spring.
Places to stay
Horseshoe Bend Camping Area
Relax on the banks of the Wimmera River, also known to the Wotjobaluk Peoples, Traditional Owners of the area as Barringgi Gadyin. Set amongst ancient River Red Gums and surrounded by a variety of colourful birds you can enjoy fishing, swimming or canoeing or explore some of the easy walks nearby.
Kiata Camping Area
Just 10km south of Kiata township this peaceful and picturesque campground is set in among yellow gum and black box woodland. It is a great base from which to explore the semi-arid landscape of the eastern and central area of the park and is home to a rich and diverse array of native flora and fauna.
Mallee Walkers Camp
Re-connect with the rawness and true remoteness of this campground in a semi-arid desert. Located on the northern loop of the Little Desert Discovery Walk, halfway between Kiata and Horseshoe Bend camping areas this camp services walkers on the Desert Discovery Walk.
Wildlife and wildflowers
Keep an eye out for kangaroos, emus and other wildlife.
After the spring rains, spectacular orchid displays can be found.
How to get there
Little Desert Discovery Walk
You can begin the Little Desert Discovery Walk either from the Horseshoe Bend, Ackle Bend and Kiata campgrounds or from Conservation Volunteers, Little Desert Nature Lodge.
Facilities
Toilets
When you're there
The Little Desert Discovery Walk track notes will guide you through different sections of this walk.
When to go
Need to know
Little Desert Discovery Walk
Before you go
Overnight walkers are asked to register their details a week in advance via a Trip intention form sent to LittleDesertDiscoveryWalk@parks.vic.gov.au
Facilities
The Desert Discovery Walk is marked by signposts and track markers.
Mallee and Yellow Gum Walkers Camps are accessible by walkers only. They have a fireplace, limited non potable water from a rainwater tank, a pit toilet, and an emergency shelter.
Please take all rubbish away for disposal or recycling.
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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Little Desert National Park
Planned Burn Operation
Lillimur track will be closed between Elliots track and East West Track in the Little Desert National Park. Ignition will commence on Sunday 22nd May and the area will be closed until Wednesday 25th May.Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the East West Track betweenEdenhope kaniva Road and Jacobs Track. from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the Tallegeira track (between Elliots track & Northern break), Black Boy Track (between Northern break and Elliots track,) & Mt Moffat track( between Northern Break and Elliots track). Mt Moffat Look out will also be closure during the operation from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the Tallegeira track (between Elliots track & Northern break), Black Boy Track (between Northern break and Elliots track,) & Mt Moffat track( between Northern Break and Elliots track). Mt Moffat Look out will also be closure during the operation from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the Tallegeira track (between Elliots track & Northern break), Black Boy Track (between Northern break and Elliots track,) & Mt Moffat track( between Northern Break and Elliots track). Mt Moffat Look out will also be closure during the operation from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the McDonalds Hwy betweenNhill Harrow Road and Brooks Track. Other tracks or intersection that maybe impacted are Stans Camp and McDonalds Hwy, Old Nhill Road and McDonalds Hwy. from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963Planned Burn
TEMPORARY CLOSURE NOTIFICATION –Little Desert National Park–Planned burning operations are scheduled in this park which will result in the closure of the East West Track betweenEdenhope kaniva Road and Jacobs Track. from the time a burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe.For more information see attached map or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226 or visit https://plannedburns.ffm.vic.gov.auFor more information on closures within Grampians National Park visit our change of conditions page https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/grampians-national-park or contact 13 1963 -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Seasonal road closures 2022
Some roads in this park are subject to seasonal road closures. Seasonal road closures generally operate from after the long weekend in June through to the end of October, but may be extended due to seasonal conditions. Visit the seasonal road closures page for maps and more information.
