Lakes and creeks

Lake Marma & Rabl Park provide a tranquil oasis in the centre of town. A 2km walking track around Lake Marma features many varied scenes with abundant wildlife, ideal picnic spots with treed surrounds, electric BBQ’s, children’s playgrounds, fishing, skate park and historic features.

Nearby

• Murtoa Caravan Park
• The Stick Shed
• Water Tower Museum, Concordia Memorial Cottage, Bell Tower & Murtoa Railway Station
• Dunmunkle Sumpoilers Engines Museum
• Murtoa's Big Weekend event

The Yarriambiack Creeck Weir Pool in Warrakcnabeal permits powered and non-powered boating activities and is the perfect location for water skiing, swimming, fishing and bird watching.

Yarriambiack Creek Walking Track follows both sides of the creek providing a relaxing 4 - 6.8km stroll to enjoy the scenery and fresh air. A Town Map and Creek Walk information brochure is available from the Tourist Information Centre.

Apex Bicentennial Park is located on the Borung Highway (opposite Caravan Park) and is a picturesque location for travellers to enjoy bird watching or a leisurely stroll.

The Flora & Fauna Park is a picnic area located in Craig Ave and is maintained by the local Lions Club. This popular Park is situated on a scenic bend of the Yarriambiack Creek, surrounded by magnificent gums, providing free electric BBQ facilities, picnic tables, a children’s adventure playground and a collection of native birds and animals including kangaroos and emus in a large natural compound.

Nearby

• Warracknabeal Caravan Park + motels
• Second hand and vintage stores
• Historical Centre
• Wheatlands Agricultural Museum
• Annual Easter event
• Warracknabeal Golf Club
• Apex Bicentennial Park
• Log Lock Up

The Minyip Caravan park & Wetlands is a five hectare site located on the edge of town, complete with native trees and shrubs, including the rare Wimmera Rice Flower. There are picturesque walking tracks, outdoor fitness equipment, plus the provision for BBQ and picnic facilities, fire pit, a modern amenities block and powered camp sites. Pets welcome.

Nearby

• 'Coopers Crossing' and 'The Dry' filming locations
• Bushland Reserve
• Farrer Monument
• Saddler's Second Chance Pre Loved Goods
• WW1 Memorial

Redda’s Park is located on the foreshore of the Brim Weir Pool and is home to the camping ground facilities including amenities, playground, B.B.Q, shelters, tables and seating.

The Yarriambiack Creek Weir Pool permits powered and non powered boating activities and is the perfect location for swimming, walking, cycling and bird watching.

Nearby

• Doll Collection
• Netting Fence
• Bowls Club

Yarriambiack Creek Weir Pool behind the Recreation Reserve is perfect for recreational boating activities. A walking track surrounds the Weir Pool with outdoor exercise equipment along the way. Enjoy the jetty for fishing and the camp kitchen for a BBQ. Powered sites available for $20 per night and free camping is available at Luna Park opposite.

Nearby

• 'The Dry' filming locations
• Memorial Hall, horse and street murals
• Painted bollards
• Rabbit Proof Fence
• Squatter Coffey's Bush Trail Rides

Turkey Bottom Lake in Yaapeet offers secluded camping and great fishing.

Nearby

• Yaapeet Cabin and camping area
• Wyperfeld National Park
• Lake Albacutya camping grounds

The beautiful Lake Lascelles and award-winning Mallee Bush Retreat which is an ideal stop for not only the weary traveller but people seeking adventure and excitement.

Lake Lascelles is a popular attraction for fishing, water skiing, water-side camping, kayaking, and bird watching.

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Nearby

• Hopetoun Caravan Park + motel
• Lake Corrong Homestead
• Power House Arts Studio
• Hopetoun & District Historical Centre
• Wyperfeld National Park

Cronomby Tanks provides free camping and recreation to all. This includes extensive walking tracks, bird watching, fishing, iron artwork, toilet and fire pit.

Nearby

• General Store & Cafe
• 'Opportunity Knocks' Opportunity Shop
• WW2 era Shearing Shed constructed from kerosene tins
• Historical Society