Last Updated on 29 July 2026 by Rob
Barmah Lakes Campsite is a great place to kick back and enjoy the Murray River. It is within Barmah National Park. At this site, you can fish (with a NSW fishing licence), swim, paddle a kayak or just relax.
To stay at Barmah Lakes Campsite, you do not need to be self-contained as toilets are provided.
Tents are permitted.
Fires are permitted in supplied fire rings outside of periods in which restrictions are in place.
Being a national park, pets are not permitted.
Barmah Lakes Campsite Quick Facts
| Campground Name | Barmah Lakes Campsite |
|---|---|
| Nearest Town | Moama/Echuca |
| GPS | 35°57'21.81"S 144°57'32.79"E |
| Access Road | Unsealed |
| Number of sites | 15 |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Water | Yes - see notes |
| Dump point | No |
| Power | No |
| Pets | No |
| Tents | Yes |
| Fires permitted | Yes |
| Telstra coverage | Yes |
| Optus coverage | Yes |
| Cost | Free |
| Booking | N/A |
Campground Layout and Features
Barmah Lakes Campsite has about 15 well-spaced and unmarked sites beside the Murray River. While they are unmarked, the sites’ locations are obvious. The sites are fairly flat, and the ground is mostly sand.
At this site drop toilets are supplied. It seems to be that it is BYO toilet paper as none was available during our visit. Also provided is tank water. This must be treated before drinking, and you can not fill your tanks.
Some camping areas enjoy more sun than others due to the tall trees in the area. If you need solar power, select your site carefully.
There is a day-use area and boat ramp about 200m from the campground.
Barmah Lakes Campsite Location
The campground is located 36km north-east of Moama/Echuca. It is accessed by good-quality sealed roads to the turn off. From there it is a good quality unsealed road until the final 700m which is a bit rough. The track has many large holes. With care a 2WD can access the site. The map below shows the campground’s location. You can zoom out for a more general location.
What to Watch Out For at Barmah Lakes Campsite
As mentioned take the last 700m carefully as it is a bit rough. It may not be open during wet conditions.
Unfortunately, some people fishing dump carp up the bank a little. The rotting fish produces an unpleasant smell.
Final Words
We enyoyed our relaxing stay at this site. We recommend it.
There are a lot of trees in the area so solar may be an issue.
We feature this camp in our Murray River Road Trip.
Closeby Campgrounds
For those travelling east along the Murray, you may like Doolans Bend Camping Area.
If heading west on the Murray Wilkos Point Campground is a good place to camp.
To the south-east we have North Shepparton Recreation Reserve.
Details checked 19/1/26.
