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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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Lake Walla Walla Camping Area (Murray - Sunset National Park)
All Tracks closed around Lake Walla Walla
For Cultural Heritage Protection ALL main roads/tracks are now closed around Lake Walla Walla that lead off the Old Mail Road and Walla Walla Track . There are Road Closed signs in place and unauthorised entry into these closed areas could result in significant/major fines. These Roads will be closed for the foreseeable future.Access to the Lake is still permitted, however only directly from the Old Mail Road and on already defined park tracks. Please note that any powered vessels must only use an electric motor when on any water body within the park. -
Notices Affecting Multiple Parks
Japanese encephalitis in northern Victoria
Japanese encephalitis in northern VictoriaJapanese encephalitis (JE) has recently been detected in Victoria, with increased risk in the northern and north-west of Victoria and along the Murray River. This virus is spread to humans through mosquito bites and may cause a rare and potentially life-threatening infection of the brain.For information about how to protect yourself and your loved ones from mosquito bites before you head outdoors, visit the Beat the Bite- Better Health Website or see our visitor safety tips.