Koala walking track

Koala walking track is only 7.3km from Narrandera, but it can take half an hour to drive there because of unsealed roads and speed limits.

From Narrandera visitor centre:

• Drive South of Narrandera on Newell Hwy for 140m.
• Turn left onto Larmer Street and travel for 700m.
• Turn right onto Lake Drive and continue for 850m. 
• Turn right onto Elizabeth Street over the bridge. 
• Turn right again onto Oakbank Street. 
• Enter the council-managed Narrandera Flora and Fauna Reserve. 
• Follow the red arrows pinned on the trees until you come across the green entrance panels to Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve. 

Road quality

Check the weather before you set out. Narrandera Shire Council closes the access roads to Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve (Koala reserve) during and after wet weather. Roads can be slippery and boggy for some time after rain.

• Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

• Most roads require 4WD vehicle

Weather restrictions

• Dry weather only

Parking

Parking is available at the entrance to Murrumbidgee Valley Nature Reserve (Koala reserve). There are no designated parking areas.

By bike

The walking track can also be used as a cycling track.

No electric bikes or motor bikes can be used in the reserve, as these disturb wildlife.

Spring

In August to September you can see baby koalas on their mothers’ backs.

In spring, you can hear koalas bellowing their mating calls. Many eucalyptus and wattle trees are blossoming.

Summer

In December, the river red gums give shade while you walk and picnic. You can also wade, fish or swim in the river.

There are no bins so you’ll need to take all rubbish away with you. 

Picnic tables

Carpark

• Koala walking track factsheet
• Koala walking track map (1.1MB pdf)

Disability access level - medium

The track is natural terrain with some obstacles such as fallen branches, gentle hills and uneven surfaces.