Five Mile picnic area
Murray Valley Regional Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Five Mile picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Five Mile picnic area is in the Moama precinct of Murray Valley Regional Park. To get there:
- From Moama, head north along Cobb Highway.
- Turn left onto Perricoota Road and continue for approximately 8km
- Turn towards the river on your left to access the picnic area.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Car, boat trailer and bus parking is at Five Mile picnic area, including several designated disabled spots. It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Murray Valley National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
The perfect time for a camping holiday: the days are cooler and the nights are not yet too chilly.
Spring
If it's been a wet winter white ibis and straw necked ibis will be nesting from late winter through to spring.
Summer
A great time for water activities on the Murray - swimming in the river is a delightful way to spend your time.
Winter
The morning light sparkles on the river; try your hand at fishing for Murray cray.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
12°C and 32°C
Highest recorded
44.7°C
Winter temperature
Average
3°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
–3.8°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
August to October
Driest month
February
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
98mm
Facilities
Drinking water is limited or not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Amenities
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Boat ramp
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Pets
You can walk your dog on-lead at this location. See other regional parks in NSW that have dog walking areas.
Dogs may not be brought into Murray Valley National Park, however they may be brought into Murray Valley Regional Park, including Five Mile picnic area, as long as park restrictions surrounding dogs are observed.
Prohibited
Camping
Please note camping is not permitted in the Five Mile area. The closest camping area is Benarca campground.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Moama office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. Closed 12pm to 1pm.
- 03 5483 9100
- npws.riverina@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Factory 5, Lot 8 Bowlan Road, Moama NSW 2731
Park info
- in Murray Valley Regional Park in the Murray-Riverina region