Koondrook Caravan Park
Koondrook Caravan Park
Koondrook Caravan Park offers a tranquil and picturesque setting on the banks of the mighty Murray River and Gunbower Creek, in the historic red gum township of Koondrook. This well-maintained park is an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing riverside escape, with direct access to fishing, boating, and exploring the vast Gunbower Island red gum state forest – the largest inland island in the Southern Hemisphere, teeming with unique flora and fauna. The park caters to a wide range of travellers with various accommodation options, including spacious powered and unpowered sites, many offering beautiful views, and some ensuite cabins. It's a perfect base for experiencing the rich history, natural beauty, and relaxed pace of the Gannawarra Shire.
Facilities:
- Accommodation: Ensuite cabins (1 and 2-bedroom options), ensuite powered sites, powered sites, and unpowered sites.
- Amenity Blocks: New, fully renovated, and all-abilities accessible communal toilets and showers.
- Laundry Facilities: Available for guest use.
- Camp Kitchen: Equipped for guest use.
- BBQ Areas: Available for outdoor cooking.
- Boat Ramp/Launch Facilities: Convenient access to the river.
- Dump Point: Available for caravan and motorhome waste.
- Pet Friendly: Pets are generally welcome on powered and unpowered sites. They are not allowed inside cabins. Dogs must be on a leash.
- Large, Flat Grassed Sites: Suitable for all rig sizes, including big rigs, with easy parking and drive-through options available.
- Town Water Access: Available on powered sites.
- Sullage: Available on most sites.
- Fishing: Direct access to fishing spots.
- Wildlife: Abundance of fauna and flora due to proximity to Gunbower Island.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby:
- Koondrook Waterfront: Very close, within easy walking distance. Includes the internationally award-winning Koondrook Wharf, the meticulously restored Goods Shed, operating historic Arbuthnot Sawmills, Goanna Walking Track, playground, and boat ramp.
- Koondrook Barham Redgum Statue River Walk: A unique walk including 20 redgum statues carved by chainsaw, starting from the waterfront.
- Gunbower Island: The caravan park overlooks this significant natural area, offering opportunities for bushwalking, birdwatching, kayaking, fishing, and scenic forest drives.
- Barham (NSW): Just across the Murray River (connected by bridge), offering more shops, cafes, the Barham River Walk, and the Border Flywheelers Museum.
- Murray River: Right on the park's doorstep, ideal for cruising, fishing, and water activities.
- Long Paddock Food Store & Mate's Royal Hotel: Local eateries within easy walking distance of the waterfront.
- Kerang: Approximately 30-40 minutes drive south, a larger regional town with more services and the Kerang Regional Park.
- Murrabit Country Market: Held on the first Saturday of every month (and Easter Saturday), approximately 20-30 minutes drive away.
- Murray River Adventures: Offers guided eco-tours by kayak through the Gunbower Creek and flooded forest areas.
- Cohuna: Approximately 40 minutes drive south, another town in the region with its own attractions.