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Lindsay Island and Mulcra Island
Murray‐Sunset National Park
Visitor Guide
Lindsay 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.
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.
White-­­plumed Honeyeaters enjoy the many habitats
Mulcra Island has to offer – photo: Chris Woods
Enjoying the park
Picnics
Many delightful picnic spots can be found
throughout the area.
Walking
Short 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.
Fishing
Fish 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.
For more information call Parks Victoria on 13 1963
or visit www.parks.vic.gov.au
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 safe
On 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.
Murray-Sunset National Park - Lindsay Island and Mulcra Island
McCabe
Corner
NEW
Hancock
Hill
SOUTH
WALES
Higgins
Cutting
Cal Lal
Kulkurna
Cliffs
Ready
Island
Bottom
Island
Lindsay
Point
Land
Nampoo
Homestead
Warrakoo
Pollards
Island
u
Devils
Elbow
Pollards
Cutting
Lock No.
Lake
Victoria
Toupnein
Island
Warpminga
Island
Mouth of
the Mullaroo
TOUPNEIN CREEK
Murray - Sunset
National Park
REFERENCE AREA
(No Public Access)
Websters
Lagoon
Websters
Island
o
Private
Property
Tourpnein
Crankhandle
Bend
Broken
Back
Bridge
Top
Island
Lindsay Point
State Forest
Old
Yards
Stoney
Crossing
f
Berribee
Homestead
Lindsay
Island
Lindsay
Point
Lindsay
Island
The
Caravan
Lindsa
Island
State Forest in
Mallee Dryland
Region
Lindsay 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 Renmark
50km
N
0
1
2
Kilometres
4
Parking
Highway
Park information
Main road
Minor river
Picnic table
Sealed road
Stream/creek
Boat ramp
Unsealed road
Drinking water
4WD track
Historic site
Management
vehicle only (MVO)
Major river
Waterbody
Park/Reserve
State Forest (Public land)
Wentworth
Lindsay
Island
MILDURA
Wallpolla
Island
Mulcra
Island
To Adelaide
380km
7
RUF
US R
IVER
RD
Windmill
Point
0
5
10
To Melbourne
540km
20
Kilometres
N
LockN
Nooo.8
Neds Corner
Homestead
Mulcra
Island
y
Murray - Sunset
National Park
VICTORIA
Kulnine
Neds
Corner
Oaks
Tanks
Sunset
l Park
Five Mile
Tank
Neds Corner
Tank
To Mildura
90km
Meringur
North
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.
Cartography by Parks Victoria June 2014
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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 3500
Freecall: 1800 039 043
Tel: (03) 5018 8380
[email protected]
Caring for the
environment
Help us look after your park
by following these guidelines:
A rich human history
Environmental Watering
For 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.
Environmental 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.
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.
Please take rubbish with you for
recycling or disposal
All plants, animals, historical and
archaeological sites and
geographic features are protected
by law
Dogs are not permitted in Murray-‐‐
Sunset National Park
River Red Gums rely on flooding for survival
Vehicles, including motor bikes,
may only be used on formed
designated roads. Drivers must be
licensed and vehicles registered
and roadworthy
Location and access
Tree Goannas, also known as Lace Monitors, can grow
up to two metres in length
Lindsay Island is about 650km north-‐‐west of
Melbourne and 300km east of Adelaide.
Plants and animals
Mulcra Island is about 630km north-‐‐west of
Melbourne and 330km east of Adelaide.
Firearms are prohibited
Fire
Collect 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 at
all 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
The 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.
Access to the islands is via the Sturt Highway
from Mildura and South Australia.
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.
June 2014
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Exploring the Mallee region
The 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
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