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Visitor GuideLindsay and Mulcra Islands, in the north of Murray‐Sunset National Park, highlight the

Mallee’s relatively untouched earth in a dry climate waiting for the occasional flooding to

bring them to life.

White- plumed‐ Honeyeaters enjoy the many habitats Mulcra Island has to offer – photo: Chris Woods

Enjoying the parkPicnics

Many delightful picnic spots can be found throughout the area.WalkingShort informal bushwalks can be enjoyed long established tracks. Be aware of high summer temperatures.Camping

There are few designated campgrounds, but many of the tracks lead to perfect shady sites along the creeks. Beware of falling River Red Gum limbs when camping. See overleaf for camping guidelines.FishingFish from the water’s edge or launch a small boat on Mullaroo Creek, Lindsay and Murray Rivers. Fish include Golden Perch, Murray Cod, Redfin, Yabbies and the introduced European Carp.

If you are over 18 years of age you must hold a current Victorian Recreation Fishing Licence (RFL). Fishing in the Murray River requires a NSW RFL.

Driving -‐ Two-‐wheel drive vehicle access is on unsealed roads from the Sturt Highway. Four-‐ wheel drive vehicles are recommended for most track and especially the more interior tracks in this remote area.All tracks are dry weather only. Gates onto the islands are closed during floods. Many months of dry access allow you to visit a variety of picturesque locations, including Kulkurna Cliffs and the mouth of the Mullaroo Creek.Canoeing – Excellent canoeing can be enjoyed throughout the islands. Negotiating fallen timber and river bends can be challenging, but the scenery is superb.Birdwatching – The islands have significant populations of both dryland and wetland species. Keep a look out for the elusive Spotted Bowerbird.

Be fire ready and stay safeOn days of forecast Code Red Fire Danger this park will be closed for public safety. If you are already in the park you should leave the night before or early in the morning for your own safety.

Closure signs will be erected and rangers will patrol when possible, however you may not receive a personal warning that the park is closed so check the latest conditions by calling 13 1963 or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au.

For up to date information on fires in Victoria or general fire safety advice call the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667 or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au.

For more information call Parks Victoria on 13 1963or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au

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Murray-Sunset National Park - Lindsay Island and Mulcra Island

McCabe Corner

Hancock Hill

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Higgins Cutting

Ready Island

Bottom Island

Kulkurna Cliffs

PollardsCutting

Cal Lal

Pollards Island

Warrakoo

Toupnein Island

TOUPNEIN CREEK

Devils Elbow

Nampoo Homestead

Lake Victoria

Warpminga Island

Lock No.

Mouth of

LindsayPoint Land

Murray - Sunset National Park

REFERENCE AREA

(No Public Access)

Tourpnein

Websters Lagoon

Websters Island

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Stoney

Old Yards

the Mullaroo

Lindsay Point State Forest

Lindsay Point

CrankhandleBend

Lindsay Island

Berribee Homestead

Top Island

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Property

Lindsay Island

CrossingBroken Back

Bridge

Caravan

Lindsa Island

State Forest inMallee Dryland

RegionLindsay

Bridge (closed in time of

flood)

LAKE WALLA WALLA

REFERENCE AREA

(No Public Access)

Berribbee Tanks Lake

Wallawalla (intermittent)

MILLEWA REFERENCE

AREA(No Public Access)

Murray - Sunset National Park

Little Lake

Wallawalla

Murray - Sunset National Park

Murray -Nationa

To Renmark50km

Parking Highway Major river Waterbody

Park/Reserve

Park information Main road Minor river State Forest (Public land)

N Picnic table Sealed road Stream/creek

0 1 2Kilometres

4 Boat ramp Unsealed roadDrinking water 4WD track

Historic site Management vehicle only (MVO)

RUFUSRIVERRD

Lindsay Island

Mulcra Island

WentworthWallpolla

IslandMILDURA

To Adelaide380km

7

Windmill Point

0 5 10Kilometres

To Melbourne20 540km

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Neds Corner

OaksTanks Five Mile

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Meringur North

To Mildura90km

Oak Tank Channel

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Disclaimer: Parks Victoria does not guarantee that this data is without flaw of any kind and therefore

disclaims all liability which may arise from you relying on this information.

Data source acknowledgements: State Digital Mapbase. The State of Victoria and the Department of Environment and

Primary Industries.

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For further information Call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au

Mildura Visitor Information (Alfred Deakin Centre) 180- 190‐ Deakin Avenue

Mildura Vic 3500Freecall: 1800 039 043

Tel: (03) 5018 8380tourism@mildura.vic.gov.au

Caring for the environment

Help us look after your park by following these guidelines:

Please take rubbish with you forrecycling or disposal

All plants, animals, historical and archaeological sites and

geographic features are protectedby law

Dogs are not permitted in Murray-‐Sunset National Park

Vehicles, including motor bikes, may only be used on formed

designated roads. Drivers must be licensed and vehicles

registeredand roadworthy

Firearms are prohibited

FireCollect only dead wood from the

ground for campfires No fires are permitted on a day of

Total Fire Ban. Built in and portable gas or electric barbecues

may be used provided:

• the fire is in a properly constructed fireplace or a 30cm deep trench and no more than

one metre in diameter• a 3 metre area is cleared of

anything flammable• at least 10 litres of water is

available for immediate use

• an adult is in attendance atall times

It is your responsibility to know if it is a day of Total Fire Ban.

Murray- Sunset‐ National Park is in the Mallee Total Fire Ban District

Toilets Chemical toilets are preferred. Pit

toilets must be at least 100m from the water’s edge. Bury toilet paper

and waste appropriately

Visiting a park can improve your health, mind, body and

soul. So, with over four million hectares of parkland available to Victorians, why not escape

to a park today!

A rich human historyFor thousands of years Indigenous people were sustained by the rich waters and woodlands of the Murray River’s floodplain. Shell middens, hearths and scar trees found throughout the park reveal much about the lifestyle and rich culture of the people.Early European settlers soon followed the inland watercourse and later the floodplain was grazed by cattle and sheep. The islands were protected when Murray-‐Sunset National Park was established in 1991.

Tree Goannas, also known as Lace Monitors, can grow up to two metres in length

Plants and animalsThe island's floodplains are a haven for wildlife. River Red Gums grow close to the River and along smaller creek beds. Black Box woodlands give way to dense lignum on clay flats -‐ a haven for Robins and Fairy-‐wrens.Pelicans and Wedge-‐tailed Eagles soar overhead while Emus and Red and Western Grey kangaroos roam the drier plains. The elusive, endangered Paucident Planigale, a small native mammal, shelters in clay fissures. Regent Parrots flash through the trees and waterbirds wade in the creeks.

Exploring the Mallee regionThe Victorian Mallee parks cover over one million hectares and are extremely important for nature conservation because of their relatively undisturbed state.

They protect a range of plant and animal species adapted to the dry Mallee environment and contribute significantly to Australia’s biodiversity.

Autumn, winter and spring are the best times to visit.

Environmental WateringEnvironmental regulators have been installed at Lindsay and Mulcra Island to return more natural flooding patterns to nearby water bodies and floodplains. When inundated, these areas provide important refuge and resources for threatened species including habitats for waterbirds and the iconic Murray Cod.

River Red Gums rely on flooding for survival

Location and access

Lindsay Island is about 650km north-‐west of Melbourne and 300km east of Adelaide.

Mulcra Island is about 630km north-‐west of Melbourne and 330km east of Adelaide.

Access to the islands is via the Sturt Highway from Mildura and South Australia.

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