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Camping in Murray Sunset National Park
There are few designated campgrounds or facilities within Murray Sunset National Park. Many of the tracks lead to perfect shady sites along the creeks, some sites have picnic tables.
There are eleven campgrounds in the park, with a range of basic facilities (see the table below). Camping is free, and no bookings are required, however campers must be well-prepared and self-sufficient. No drinking water or bins are provided. There is bookable accommodation at the Shearers Quarters.
Campgrounds |
Picnic tables |
Toilets |
Fire pits |
Border (4WD) | x | x | |
Henschke Track (4WD) | x | ||
Lake Becking (2WD) | x | x | x |
Lake Crosby / Main Campground (2WD) | x | x | x |
Mopoke Hut (4WD) | x | x | x |
Mt Crozier (4WD) | x | x | x |
Mt Crozier Remote (4WD) | x | x | |
Pheenys Track (4WD) | x | x | x |
Rocket Lake (4WD) | x | x | x |
Shearers’ Quarters (4WD) | x | x | x |
Sunset Tank (4WD) | x | x |
Feature Campgrounds
Wallpolla Island
Many of the tracks lead to perfect shady sites along the river and creeks where bush camping or picnicking can be enjoyed.
Access
Wallpolla Island is about 570kms north‐west of Melbourne and 350kms east of Adelaide. Access to the island is via the Old Mail Road, an unsealed road running between Meridian Road and Lock 9 Road. Two-wheel drive vehicles can access the island in dry weather, however four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. All tracks are dry weather only and gates will be closed during flooding.
Bookings
No booking is required. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
There are no designated camping areas but bush camping is possible.
Moke Hut
Access
Access to Mopoke Hut is by four wheel drive only along Mopoke Hut Trak.
Bookings
No booking is required. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
Non-flush toilets, picnic table and a fireplace is provided.
Campsites
Basic campsites only are available.
Lindsay Island
Located in the far north-west corner of the state, Lindsay Island is intersected by a number of small creeks carrying floodwaters from the Murray River into swamps, billabongs and flood plains. The Island is home to an array of plants and animals and has a rich heritage. Access to Lindsay Island is via the Old Mail Road, an unsealed road running between Meridian Road and Lock 9 Road. Two-wheel drive vehicles can access the island in dry weather, however four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. All tracks are dry weather only and gates will be closed during flooding.
Many of the tracks lead to perfect shady sites along the creeks where bush camping or picnicking can be enjoyed. Avoid resting, picnics or camping under or close to trees. They may drop heavy branches at any time without warning.
Bookings
No booking is required. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
There are no designated camping areas but bush camping is possible.
Practice minimal impact camping and observe relevant fire regulations. Beware of falling River Red Gum limbs when camping.
Lake Becking
The picturesque Pink Lakes are so named because of their colour during late summer. The Pink Lakes change in colour throughout the year from a deep pink to a glistening white. A red pigment, carotene, is secreted from the algae - best seen early or late in the day or when it is cloudy. The lakes evaporate over summer leaving concentrated salt crusts over black mud.
Booking
No booking is required. Camping is on a first in, first-served basis.
Facilities
Non-flush toilets, fireplaces and picnic tables are provided.
Campsites
Basic campsites only are available.
Water
No drinking water is provided – supply your own.
4WD
Bird watching
Sunrises and sunsets
Stargazing
Wildflowers
Wildlife viewing
How to get there
Camping in Murray Sunset National Park
Sites
When you're there
Download the Murray Sunset National Park visitor guide for more information about the park and the plethora of experiences to be had within its borders.
Need to know
Camping in Murray Sunset National Park
Accessibility
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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Access 11 Sandbar & Camping Area (Murray - Sunset National Park)
Bridge Closed, Sandy Creek Bridge on Robertson Road, Wallpolla Island, Murray-Sunset NP
The bridge is no longer safe and has been removed. Please use Deadmans Track to access Wallpolla Island. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Sites
Water over track on Dedmans Track, Wallpolla Island, Murray-Sunset NP
Caution! Environmental water is flowing into Wallpolla Creek across Dedmans Track near the park entrance on the Old Mail Route. The water at the crossing is approximately 10cm deep and should recede by the end of January 2021. Please proceed with caution, 2WD vehicles are not recommended.Environmental water has been flowing into Sandy Creek across Dedmans Track at the Lily Pond on Wallpolla Island within Murray-Sunset National Park. The water at the crossing is currently 30cm deep and will continue to slowly recede. It is NOT recommended to enter any floodwaters or attempt this water crossing. Alternate campsites are available at River Access's 1 to 7.Closure - Conservation Program
Due to park conservation programs parts of the Taparoo area, including the Shearers Quarters campground, will be closed from sunset to sunrise on weekdays from Wednesday 27 January to Friday 5 February 2021. These areas are open to the public during daylight hours and weekends. Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points to closed sections of the park.Blue-Green Algae Alert
A red alert level for Blue-green algae has been issued for the Murray River from Red Cliffs to Mildura. A red alert level warning remains in place for Wentworth. Visitors to the Murray River Reserve between these locations, Kings Billabong Park and Murray-Sunset NP - Wallpolla Island should avoid contact with the water. People should not undertake recreational activities where they may be coming into direct contact with the water. Contact with the water may also pose a threat to pets.People are advised not to enter the water, not to drink untreated water or use the water for other domestic purposes, including cooking and showering/bathing in untreated water while a red alert level warning is in place. Boiling the water will not remove algal toxins.People should not eat mussels or crayfish from red alert warning areas. Any fish caught should be cleaned and washed thoroughly in uncontaminated water and any internal organs disposed of before consumption.Blue-green algae usually appear as green paint-like scums on the water, near the edges, or as greenish clumps throughout the water. It makes the water appear dirty, green or discoloured and generally has a strong musty or earthy odour.Blue-green algae occur naturally and can reproduce quickly in favourable conditions where there is still or slow-flowing water, abundant sunlight and sufficient levels of nutrients.It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels. Regular monitoring will continue, and the alert will be lifted as soon as the high levels of algae dissipate.People who believe they may have been affected by blue-green algae are advised to seek medical advice.Blue-Green Algae Alert
A red alert level for Blue-green algae has been issued for the Murray River from Red Cliffs to Mildura. A red alert level warning remains in place for Wentworth. Visitors to the Murray River Reserve between these locations, Kings Billabong Park and Murray-Sunset NP - Wallpolla Island should avoid contact with the water. People should not undertake recreational activities where they may be coming into direct contact with the water. Contact with the water may also pose a threat to pets.People are advised not to enter the water, not to drink untreated water or use the water for other domestic purposes, including cooking and showering/bathing in untreated water while a red alert level warning is in place. Boiling the water will not remove algal toxins.People should not eat mussels or crayfish from red alert warning areas. Any fish caught should be cleaned and washed thoroughly in uncontaminated water and any internal organs disposed of before consumption.Blue-green algae usually appear as green paint-like scums on the water, near the edges, or as greenish clumps throughout the water. It makes the water appear dirty, green or discoloured and generally has a strong musty or earthy odour.Blue-green algae occur naturally and can reproduce quickly in favourable conditions where there is still or slow-flowing water, abundant sunlight and sufficient levels of nutrients.It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels. Regular monitoring will continue, and the alert will be lifted as soon as the high levels of algae dissipate.People who believe they may have been affected by blue-green algae are advised to seek medical advice. -
Murray - Sunset National Park
Closure - Conservation Program
Due to conservation programs parts of the Berribee area, including Lindsay River, will be closed from sunset to sunrise on weekdays from Wednesday 27 January to Friday 5 February 2021. These areas are open to the public during daylight hours and weekends. Closure signs will be in place on all main entry points to closed sections of the park.