Discover Mathoura


Forest The collectively known Barmah-Millewa Forest covers some 70,000 hectares and is the largest Redgum forest in the Southern Hemisphere. Frequent flooding has created a vast mosaic of swamps and lagoons known as the Millewa Wetlands. The area is home to hundreds of birds, animals, plants and trees.

Forest Walks Discover the wildlife of the creekside during easy walks of up to 5km along the tranquil Gulpa Creek. Canoe trees and Aboriginal oven moulds testify to the ancient occupation of these forests. Gulpa Creek Walk Trail maps are available from the Visitor Centre. Download Gulpa Creek Walks brochure.

Forest Drives Ride a bike or drive along any of the forest tracks to experience the beauty of the area. Forest Drive maps are available from the Visitor Centre. There are many picnic sites within the forest with facilities such as tables and BBQs. Download Forest Drives brochure(173Kb pdf)

Fishing The Murray and Edward Rivers and Gulpa Creek are all within 10km of Mathoura and are prized fishing grounds by anglers throughout Australia. Information guides are available from the Visitor Centre and licenses and bait are available from local agents.Mathoura also has an annual fishing competition. For more information visit out events page.

Bird Observatory The recently constructed Gulpa Creek Reed Beds Bird Observatory is located approximately 4km from town. This world class observation facility provides accessible viewing of exceptional birdlife and the magnificent Gulpa Creek Reed Beds. For many years bird enthusiasts have been returning to the area to explore the unique birdlife of the forest. More.... Water Fun The Murray River in Mathoura is unique with no high banks. Find a secluded beach, have a swim, and enjoy a picnic with wines of the southern Riverina. A boat ramp at Picnic Point, close to caravan parks, is popular with water skiers and canoeists.


Canoe/Kayak Canoe or Kayak on peaceful lakes and streams but take note of the much stronger current in the Murray, especially in The Narrows	Wine Tasting Visit the Mathoura Visitor Centre where you can taste a selection of wines produced in the Murray Shire. For further information visit our Food & Wine link.

Heritage Walk The Mathoura Heritage Walk takes people on a wander through time, sharing knowledge about the township’s significant historical sites. Brochures are available from the Visitor Centre. Download the heritage walk brochure (1.87MB pdf)

Cadell Fault The Cadell Fault is a ridge running from Echuca to Deniliquin (through Mathoura). It was formed when the land was thrust upwards, some 15 metres east of the fault, by earthquakes about 30 thousand years ago. For more information see our History link. Murray Valley Trail The Murray Valley Trail is a way to discover and experience the Murray Valley and Australias greatest rives system from the mountains to the sea. Mathoura forms part of the the Barmah-Millewa section of the trail, where the Murray River flows through the largest Redgum forest in Australia.

The Long Paddock The Long Paddock covers the stretch of the Cobb Highway between Moama and Wilcannia, telling the story of its drovers, its history and its people. From as early as the 1840s a large section of what is known as the Cobb Highway was recognised as the best route for the movement of stock from the Gulf Country to the Victorian markets. The section of this highway stretching from Echuca/Moama to Wilcannia has been selected for a major tourism initiative - The Long Paddock. The Cobb Highway has a long association with the history of the region. The project is a way to commemorate the history of the area and the significance of droving, pastoralism, transport and settlement of the region. In short, the Cobb Highway route has strong historical links and stories to be told.
The project is expected to be developed progressively over several years and to link with heritage, artistic and natural attractions along its length. The evolving nature of the project's interpretive installations will make it a dynamic project. For more information visit The Long Paddock web site

Swimming Pool Located in Mathoura Street, the swimming pool is open to the public throughout the summer months.		Golf & Tennis Mathoura has tennis courts and two golf courses, bookings are essential, for further information contact the Visitor Centre.

Kingfisher Cruises MV Kingfisher, moored near the Barmah township, conducts visitor cruises through the wetlands whenever water levels allow, with an excellent commentary by your skipper. For more information visit the Kingfisher web site.