Murrabit Recreation Reserve – Your Base for the Famous Country Market

Located in the heart of the vibrant Murray River community of Murrabit, the Murrabit Recreation Reserve offers an exceptional and highly popular low-cost camping experience. This fantastic community-run facility is particularly famous as the home of the Murrabit Country Market, one of the region’s biggest and best, held on the first Saturday of every month. The reserve provides a vast, shady, and well-maintained grassy area, perfect for caravans, motorhomes, and campers of all sizes. It’s a place with a wonderful, friendly atmosphere, where you can feel the pulse of a thriving country town and enjoy a prime location for exploring the mighty Murray River and its surrounding attractions.

The amenities at the Murrabit Recreation Reserve are a major drawcard, offering incredible value for a small nightly fee. Campers have access to numerous powered and unpowered sites, a clean and reliable amenities block with toilets and hot showers, potable water, and a dump point. These facilities make for a comfortable and convenient stay, whether you’re visiting for the famous market or staying for a longer period. The reserve is just a short walk from the town’s charming pub and general store. Its proximity to the Murray River means that world-class fishing for Murray Cod, boating, and kayaking are just minutes away. The nearby towns of Kerang and Swan Hill are also within easy reach for more extensive shopping and attractions. For a welcoming, well-equipped, and perfectly positioned stay in a classic Murray River town, the Murrabit Recreation Reserve is an unbeatable destination.

Site Information

• Name: Murrabit Recreation Reserve
• Address: Browning Ave, Murrabit VIC 3579, Australia
• Phone Number: Not publicly listed. Managed by local community.

• GPS Coordinates: -35.529361, 143.953439

• Website: murrabit.com.au/recreation-reserve

Campground Details

• Location: In the town of Murrabit, a short distance from the Murray River.
• Site Suitable For: All vehicle types, including large motorhomes and caravans.
• Road Access: Sealed road access.
• Site Surface: Mostly flat grass, with many shady spots.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, low-cost camping with fees payable via an honesty box or to a caretaker.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with the caretaker, but suitable for extended stays.
• Facilities: Powered and unpowered sites, toilets, hot showers, dump point.
• Potable Water: Yes, available on site.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Good for Telstra, may be patchy for other carriers.
• TV Reception: Good.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Generally not permitted. Please check local fire regulations.
• Generator Use: Permitted with consideration for others, though powered sites are available.
• Number of Sites Available: Very large, unmarked area. Can get very busy on market weekends.
• Essentials to Bring: Cash for fees and the market, levelers for your van.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, pets are welcome on a leash (may not be allowed in market area).
• Fishing: Excellent fishing in the nearby Murray River.
• Short Walks: Pleasant walks around the reserve and the town, especially along the river.

Local Amenities & Attractions

• Local Pubs:
  • Murrabit Tavern: Approx. 500 m
  • Commercial Hotel, Koondrook: Approx. 25 km
  • Barham Hotel, Barham NSW: Approx. 26 km
• Places to Eat:
  • Murrabit Tavern (pub meals): Approx. 500 m
  • Murrabit General Store (takeaway): Approx. 400 m
  • Wide range of cafes and bakeries in Kerang and Swan Hill.
• Local Attractions:
  • Murrabit Country Market (1st Saturday of the month)
  • Murray River (boating, fishing, swimming): Approx. 2 km
  • Pioneer Settlement, Swan Hill: Approx. 45 km
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • Koondrook Caravan Park: Approx. 25 km
  • BIG4 Swan Hill: Approx. 45 km
• Next Free Camps:
  • Numerous free camps along the Murray River, such as Benjeroop.
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • Located on-site at the reserve.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Available in Murrabit (check hours). Major stations in Kerang.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available on-site.
• Public Toilets (offsite):
  • Located in the park in the centre of Murrabit.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

• Summer (Dec-Feb): Hot and sunny, ideal for river activities. Temperatures often exceed 35°C.
• Autumn (Mar-May): Warm, clear days and mild evenings. Perfect for fishing and camping. Temperatures average 12°C to 28°C.
• Winter (Jun-Aug): Cool and crisp, with frosty mornings giving way to sunny days. Average temperatures range from 4°C to 16°C.
• Spring (Sep-Nov): Mild and pleasant. A fantastic time for exploring the river region. Temperatures average 9°C to 24°C.