Muckatah Recreation Reserve

Muckatah Recreation Reserve is a 40-acre public reserve located in Muckatah, Victoria, offering a spacious and open area for recreation and camping. Situated in the Moira Shire, it provides a rural escape with basic facilities for travellers.

Description: The reserve features a large expanse of open space suitable for various activities. It is also recognised as a camping venue, providing a simple and relaxed environment for those looking to stay overnight. The adjacent Peter Kennedy Reserve, a remnant of Plains Grassy Woodland, offers a Turtle Path walking track and interpretive information about the local flora and fauna. The reserve lies alongside the Muckatah Depression and can be prone to flooding during wet seasons. Pets are welcome.

Facilities: The reserve provides essential facilities for campers:

• Toilet facilities
• Water (availability and potability should be confirmed upon arrival)
• Horse yards (available for overnight use at an additional cost)
• Bins

Other facilities within the wider reserve area may include picnic areas and potentially sporting grounds, typical of a recreation reserve, although specific details beyond the camping amenities are limited in the search results.

Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: Muckatah Recreation Reserve is located in the Goulburn Valley region, with nearby attractions primarily centered around the towns of Cobram and Numurkah, and the natural features of the Murray River and its surrounding parks.

• Peter Kennedy Reserve (Muckatah): Adjacent to the recreation reserve, offering a walking track and nature observation opportunities.
• Cobram: A significant nearby town (approximately 10-15 km away) on the Murray River, offering a range of amenities, shops, cafes, and attractions. Key attractions in and near Cobram include:
  • Thompson's Beach (on the Murray River)
  • Cobram Mivo Park and Playground
  • Cobram Community Skatepark
  • Cobram Federation Park
  • Quinns Island Wetland Sanctuary and Day Visitor Area (a waterbird haven)
• Numurkah: Another nearby town (approximately 20-25 km away) with amenities and local points of interest, such as the Numurkah Outdoor Swimming Pool and the Numurkah & District Historical Society Museum.
• The Big Strawberry (Koonoomoo): Located near Cobram (approximately 10-15 km away), a popular stop for local produce.
• Cactus Country (Koonoomoo): Also located near Cobram (approximately 15-20 km away), offering a unique garden experience.
• Murray River: The mighty Murray River is a major natural attraction in the region, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and exploring river beaches and parks at various points along its course near Cobram and other nearby towns.
• Barmah National Park: Located further to the west along the Murray River, known for its significant river red gum forests and wetlands (distance would be a longer drive).

Muckatah Recreation Reserve offers a basic and affordable camping option with the benefit of powered sites available on request. Its location provides relatively easy access to the amenities and attractions of nearby towns like Cobram and the natural beauty of the Murray River region.