Murray Locations

Cruise along the Murray River on a historic paddle steamer, swim, waterski, soak up the sun or spend a few days exploring the river on a houseboat. Renowned for fine food and wine, Mildura is the home of celebrity restaurateur Stefano de Pieri. Thanks to his Gondola on.. read more

Barmah State Park (7,900 hectares) and Barmah State Forest (21,600 hectares) are on the Murray River flood plain between Echuca and Tocumwal, about 225 kilometres north of Melbourne. Together they make up the largest River Red Gum forest in Victoria.. read more

From the Aboriginal word meaning "meeting of the water", Echuca is one of Victoria's oldest river towns. At one time Echuca was the state's most substantial inland river port. Paddle steamers traded along the Murray and Darling Rivers almost as far as the Queensland.. read more

Here is your chance to discover the charm of the paddle steamer era, when the Murray was a vital transport system, linking the inland to the coast. Activities abound - pick fruit, sample wine, hire a houseboat or try catching the famous Murray Cod. The.. read more

Enterprising winemakers have been taking advantage of the fertile land and mild climate around Rutherglen since the early 1800s. Rutherglen wineries produce robust red wines that cellar well for many years, as well as crisp, modern style whites. However.. read more

Shepparton is a fantastic place to explore as a family. Run wild at the SPC Ardmona KidsTown Adventure Playground that features a miniature railway, giant slides, tree houses, a fruit bin maze, flying fox, swings and monkey bars. Enjoy a picnic by Victoria.. read more

Swan Hill was named by European explorer Major Thomas Mitchell, who visited in 1836. Since then, fortunes have been made here; first by the early squatters and later by the farmers whose crops thrived thanks to irrigation from the river. Today you can.. read more

If you love life by the water you'll love Yarrawonga/Mulwala. There's plenty here for water sport enthusiasts, anglers searching for the famous Murray Cod, or take a leisurely lake cruise. There are some great camping spots along the river with numerous.. read more

The Bundalong Tavern is a great place to visit and have a great meal while getting to know the locals and find out about the best spots to go fishing. read more

For the nature lovers Koondrook has two magnificent Red Gum forests in its area, one the Koondrook state forest and the other Gunbower state forest. a cruise on the "wetlander" flat bottomed vessel provides provides an excellent means to view abundant redgum trees.. read more

A small township on the Murray Valley highway in the heart of the Kerang lakes area, home of thousands of colourful and graceful waterbirds. Recognised by ornithologists as the largest breeding ground in the world for the ibis, the lakes system is a haven.. read more

The Murrabit Country Market commenced in 1977 and was originally designed to provide a market outlet for cottage crafts and produce. The Murrabit Market is still held the first Saturday of each month, with extra markets at Christmas and Easter. Each.. read more

Of note are the several wineries at Wahgunyah including some of the states oldest wineries. Visitors are welcomed at the Winemakers Hall of Fame, a history of winemaking with related vintages and photographs. For those wanting to relax and enjoy a walk or picnic, there.. read more

Situated 15 minutes drive from Albury or Wodonga is Lake Hume, a popular fishing spot and great place for recreational activities such as swimming, waterskiing, boating and parasailing. Grab a picnic basket full of regional goodies and enjoy some of the.. read more