Now is the perfect time to start planning your journey to the heart of the Murray River.
The Central Murray region has got it all: beautiful national parks and gardens, quirky attractions, family fun, walking trails, wildlife spotting, charming pubs, delicious food and wine, and most of all, pristine waterways for fishing, boating, and water skiing.
Read on for a range of our favourite towns to visit (which also make excellent additions to an Echuca–Moama, Albury–Wodonga, Goulburn Valley, or Swan Hill road trip). Even better, there's a holiday park located in each one. Get inspired, get excited, then get booking your next Murray River holiday park accommodation via the G'day Parks app or online.
YARRAWONGA MULWALA
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The twin towns of Yarrawonga and Mulwala – also known as Sun Country – share Lake Mulwala, the go-to spot for water activities and refreshing views. There's no sight quite like overlooking the red gums at sunset, especially with a fishing rod in hand. Your phone will be full of photos in no time.
Top See and Do Activities in Yarrawonga Mulwala
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Spend all day enjoying your favourite water activities on Lake Mulwala.
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Hop in the car to drive along the North East Victoria Silo Art Trail.
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Adults can combine whisky tastings with chocolate delicacies at Corowa Distilling Co.
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If you’re travelling with kids, Tunzafun Mulwala Amusement Park has mini golf, dodgems, a carousel, and more rides!
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Taste the local flavours at beautiful wineries and cellar doors, including Squires Winery, Warrabilla Wines, Buller Wines, and the Byramine Homestead Brewery and Cider House.
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Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park
At Yarrawonga Riverlands Tourist Park, it’s only steps to the Murray River and a short drive to Lake Mulwala. The park has a wide range of accommodation, from powered sites to premium cabins, and is pet-friendly, with dogs allowed on sites and in select cabins. It’s easy to stay entertained, whether you’re swimming in the pool, playing outdoor games, challenging your mates in the activity room, planning your next adventure at the tour desk, or joining the kids on the playground.
Tasman Holiday Parks - Lake Mulwala
For a glamourous getaway, visit Tasman Holiday Parks - Lake Mulwala. This waterfront park has something for every traveller, from large caravan and camping sites (including ones that welcome your pup) to self-contained villas and cabins. There's no luxury quite like a three-bedroom Waterfront Villa, where guests can clink glasses as the sun sets over the lake and enjoy outdoor dining as night falls over the landscape. The park has its own boat ramp to begin your lake adventures, plus a resort-style pool, bouncing pillow, BMX track, playground, tennis court, and camp kitchen with a pizza oven.
COBRAM BAROOGA
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The joys of a riverside holiday continue in Cobram Barooga, the gateway to beaches, bushland, and fresh produce. Discover why The Murray is called Victoria's food bowl as you taste local delicacies along the Murray Farm Gate Trail or at local farmer's markets.
Top See and Do Activities in Cobram Barooga
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Pull up a beach chair or soak in the waters of Thompson's Beach, the largest inland beach in the Southern Hemisphere, framed by majestic river red gums.
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Tee off at the Cobram Barooga Golf Course, where you can play a 9-hole or 18-hole round, followed by dining at Sporties Bistro.
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Stroll around Barooga Botanical Gardens, complete with lush green lawns, a shaded playground, BBQs, and picnic facilities.
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Visit Australia's largest cactus farm at Cactus Country, with more than 12 acres of cacti (and photo opportunities), a plant nursery, and a Mexican-themed bar and restaurant.
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Cobram Willows Caravan Park
Cobram Willows Caravan Park is a peaceful park on the outskirts of town that's ideally located for easy access to the best attractions in Cobram Barooga. Beneath the poplar trees, you'll find spacious powered and drive-through sites (all of which are pet-friendly) for those towing a large rig, and the park has a range of ensuite and non-ensuite cabins. Dive into the pool, hit the playground, shoot hoops on the basketball ring, and practise your shots in the golf net. Plus, there's a huge undercover BBQ area and camp kitchen to make mealtimes magic.
TOCUMWAL
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Tocumwal is an ideal place to while away the hours relaxing on river beaches, spotting koalas in the trees, and – of course – making a splash with your favourite water activities.
Top See and Do Activities in Tocumwal
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Snap a photograph with the World's Biggest Codfish at Tocumwal Foreshore Park.
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Take a hands-on class at Tocumwal Chocolate School, from learning how to temper chocolate to Paint and Sip events.
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Go hiking, birdwatching, boating, swimming, canoeing, or fishing in the nature haven of Barmah National Park.
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Delve into over 100 years of aviation heritage at Tocumwal Aviation Museum.
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Boomerang Way Tourist Park
The beautiful grounds of Boomerang Way Tourist Park are the prime place to unwind. Splash into the swimming pool, play on the playground, or enjoy a campfire in the cooler months. Dogs especially love this pet-friendly park, which has a fully fenced, leash-free dog run. Camp on powered and drive-through sites, or enjoy the convenience and comfort of a Pool Side Villa stay.
DENILIQUIN
Deniliquin is the ‘Ute Capital' of Australia, headlined by its iconic ute muster held over the NSW October long weekend. However, all year round, the Edward River beckons for fishing, boating, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and kayaking, so it's always a good idea to head straight to the banks!
Top See and Do Activities in Deniliquin
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Learn about local history and culture at local museums, including the Peppin Heritage Centre, Museum of the Deniliquin and District Historical Society, Muster Museum, and Yarkuwa Indigenous Knowledge Centre.
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Grab a paddle and go kayaking on the Edward River Canoe and Kayak Trail.
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Pick up locally grown produce, fresh bread, and sweet treats at local markets, then pull out the picnic mat in Waring Gardens.
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Go bushwalking and biking in the world's largest river red gum forest—Murray Valley National Park.
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Deniliquin Riverside Caravan Park
They say good things come in threes, and at Deniliquin Riverside Caravan Park, there's the triple benefit of being close to town, right beside state forest, and situated on the riverfront. It's the perfect mix! Campers and caravanners will be thrilled with large drive-through and ensuite sites – including riverfront powered sites – and there is a generous supply of cabins, like the Riverview Villa Westerner. Pets can stay on sites and in select cabins. When it comes to facilities, the park has a heated pool, boat ramp, recreation room, bouncing pillow, and large camp kitchen—all bases covered for a great getaway, full of relaxation.
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Can't wait to set your Murray River holiday into motion?
Search, explore, and book your stay today on the G'day Parks app or online, with accommodation to suit families, friends, groups, and solo travellers.
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