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3 Murray River free camps near Walwa, Victoria

Cost Free camping
Location Murray River near Walwa, Victoria
Pet Friendly Yes – all three sites are pet friendly
Campfires See Camps App
Facilities Jingellic Reserve has flushing toilets; showers available for a fee at Jingellic Bridge Hotel
Vehicle Access See Camps App
In Camps App Yes – search Burrowye Bend, Gadds Bend and Jingellic Reserve


Burrowye Bend free camping area along the Murray River near Walwa, Victoria
Burrowye Bend, Victoria – image Christina Walters

Christina Walters from our Facebook Group I Love Camping Australia Wide said Burrowye Bend was a “Gorgeous spot on the river, not far to Walwa, Vic, for essentials.. love it!”

She said Gadds Bend was a few kilometres further along towards Walwa and Jingellic. Both are pet friendly. 


Scenic view of Gadds Bend free camping site on the Murray River, Victoria
Gadds Bend free camps – image Christina Walters

Plus gave the tip that Jingellic had a great pub, with free, pet-friendly camping along the river below it, at Jingellic Reserve. You can shower for a fee, at the Jingellic Bridge Hotel. Again, another beautiful camp on the river – with flushing toilets!


Jingellic Reserve camping area beside the Murray River near Walwa, Victoria
Jingellic Reserve, Victoria

The River Murray Reserve has sandy beaches, beautiful river red gums (be sure not to camp under) and colourful red cliffs.

Find loads of idyllic Murray River camps in the CAMPS App and guides.


Riverfront camping spot at Jingellic Reserve, Victoria with tree-lined banks
Jingellic Reserve, Victoria

Jingellic Reserve images from the CAMPS App.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Murray River free camps really free?

Yes, all three sites – Burrowye Bend, Gadds Bend and Jingellic Reserve – offer free camping along the Murray River near Walwa, Victoria.

Can I bring my dog to these campsites?

Yes, all three sites are pet friendly, making them ideal for campers travelling with dogs.

What facilities are available at Jingellic Reserve?

Jingellic Reserve has flushing toilets. You can also access showers for a fee at the nearby Jingellic Bridge Hotel.

How far apart are Burrowye Bend and Gadds Bend?

Gadds Bend is located a few kilometres further along from Burrowye Bend, heading towards Walwa and Jingellic.

Are there any shops nearby for supplies?

Walwa is close by for essentials, and Jingellic has a great pub (Jingellic Bridge Hotel) where you can get meals and supplies.

What should I be careful of when camping at these sites?

Be sure not to camp under the river red gums. The reserves feature beautiful river red gums and colourful red cliffs along sandy beaches.

Is there mobile phone reception at these sites?

Check the Camps App for current details.

Can I have a campfire at these Murray River sites?

Check the Camps App for current details on fire regulations.

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