Itinerary
Overview
Immerse yourself in nature on a journey through the Murrumbidgee Valley and discover the pristine beauty of the Riverina.
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The 3 parks here, Murrumbidgee Valley National Park, Murrumbidgee Valley Regional Park and Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve, collectively protect part of the largest continuous tract of river red gum forest in the world. They’re also home to over 200 koalas in the area known by locals as the Koala Reserve.
As you take in the incredible beauty of this unique landscape, you’ll be spoiled for choice with things to do. Discover the delights of the nearby iconic riverside towns Narrandera and Hay, go fishing or explore the Murrumbidgee River by canoe. Along the way you’ll find plenty of scenic spots to birdwatch, hike or cycle.
Nestled along the Murrumbidgee River, Murrumbidgee Valley National Park is an idyllic place to relax and unwind.
Watch for woodland and wetland birds at Turkey Flat birdhide, then walk or cycle along Turkey Flat trail before stopping for a riverside lunch at Middle Beach. If you're keen for more, why not spend a night under the stars at one of the mony picturesque campgrounds?
Dogs are not allowed in this park, but you can bring your dog to several dog-friendly locations in neighbouring Murrumbidgee Valley Regional Park.
Murrumbidgee Valley National Park, situated along the Murrumbidgee River and near Narrandera, Hay and Balranald, is a great place for fishing, camping, kayaking, cycling, hiking and birdwatching.
Free park entry
Bring your dog to Murrumbidgee Valley Regional Park and get back to nature in the heart of river red gum country.
The sandy beaches here are perfect for kayaking and boating, and there's plenty of space to spread out along your own little slice of river frontage.
You can visit for a day to enjoy a picnic and some walking, but it’s better to stay longer to take in all that the park has to offer. Pitch your tent at one of the many scenic campgrounds for an authentic bush camping experience along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River.
The dog-friendly Murrumbidgee Regional Park is a natural playground in river red gum country. Located near Narrandera and Darlington Point, enjoy riverside camping along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River.
Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve, near Narrendera, is one of the best places in NSW to see koalas. Known by locals as the Koala Reserve, over 200 koalas call this place home.
Roll out a picnic blanket and enjoy lunch on the grass at Koala picnic area, then wander through the river red gums along Koala walking track spotting as many koalas as you can. You might also see grey kangaroos, eastern rosellas, galahs and sulphur-crested cockatoos during your visit.
Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve was created in July 2010. It covers an area of 1998ha. For detailed park and fire management documents, visit the OEH website.
