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Note: The map above shows the former Barmah State Park. This will be updated with the new national park boundaries soon.
Barmah National Park, together with the adjoining Millewa forest in New South Wales, forms the largest River Red Gum forest in the world. The complex ecology of the forest is closely linked to the Murray River and its flooding regime, creating a diverse natural habitat for a variety of wildlife, particularly waterbirds.
Barmah is a great spot for camping. Days can be easily filled with fishing, horse riding, bushwalking, swimming and canoeing.
Barmah National Park lies along the Murray River between the towns of Barmah and Strathmerton, about 225km north of Melbourne. Access to the 12 major entrance gates is available from the Moira Lakes Road, Barmah-Picola Road, and the Murray Valley Highway.
Yamyabuc Discovery Trail 1.5km – 0.5 hours return This self-guided walk begins at the Dharnya carpark and will introduce you to some of the natural and cultural features of the Barmah forest. The walk includes evidence of Aboriginal and European occupation, the Barmah muster yards and aspects of park management, forestry operations …
Camping is popular along much of the 112km frontage to the Murray River. With its majestic River Red Gums, sandy beaches and a large variety of wildlife, the Murray provides the ideal backdrop for camping and a range of water-based activities. The Barmah Lakes area has toilets, fireplaces and tables. …
Imagine the peace and tranquility paddling around the backwaters, creeks and lagoons along the Murray River. There's so much to discover. By canoe or kayak you'll see the incredible wildlife and bushland surrounds from a whole new perspective. Boating is also a popular past-time on the …
The Murray River provides excellent fishing opportunities, particularly for Murray Cod, Golden Perch, Cat Fish and Yabbies with many visitors returning time and time again to fish their favourite spot.. A NSW Freshwater Recreation Fishing Licence is required for the Murray River. A current Victorian Recreational Fishing Licence is required …
Swimming can be enjoyed at the numerous sandy river bend beaches. Take care when swimming - cold water and fast currents can be hazardous and there may be submerged logs. Diving or jumping into the water can be dangerous.
30 Apr 2012
Some roads and tracks in Victoria’s forests and parks are about to be temporarily closed for winter and spring from tomorrow (1 May 2012). The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) and Parks Victoria run the seasonal road closure program to ensure driver safety as well as protect our forest roads …
December 1987
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