Best trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park
Want to find the best trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 9 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next adventure? Explore one of 4 easy hiking trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for elevation? Trails in this park range from 42 to 1,929 feet of elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Hattah-Kulkyne National Park.
Top trails
- 4.3 (43)·Moderate·6.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis route is a terrific way to discover the natural beauty of Hattah-Kulkyne National Park. Stroll through the different landscapes as you watch kangaroos and emus going about their daily business. The trailhead is at Lake Hattah Day Visitor Area. Here there is ample space for parking and a toilet block. From the visitors area, the route follows Hattah Nature Drive, Brockie Track, and Bugle Ride Walking Track. This is a great area for birdwatching too with peregrine falcon, banded...
- 4.2 (19)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrKeen to see some of the best birdwatching spots in Victoria? The Lake Mournpall Walk in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park is an absolute stunner. This relatively flat loop takes you around the edge of the lake, under the shade of massive river red gums. The area is a haven for waterbirds, so be sure to bring your binoculars. It’s a beautifully serene walk and a top spot to connect with nature in the Mallee country.
- 4.3 (7)·Moderate·4.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrTake a cruise on the Hattah Nature Drive to see one of the most incredible landscape contrasts in Victoria. This drive takes you from the dry, sandy Mallee woodland (where Spinifex grass grows tall) to the lush river system where massive River Red Gums thrive. The Hattah Lakes are seasonally filled by the Murray River and are a protected cultural landscape with over 1,000 Aboriginal archaeological sites, including scarred trees. Look out for the old Victorian Railway pump house site near Lake...
- 4.4 (16)·Easy·3.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis walk starts at the Hattah- Kulkyne National Park Visitor Centre carpark on Hattah Entrance Road. From here it connects to the Camel Pad Track, which you could keep following through to the Lake Mournpall Campground (to avoid the car traffic on the Mournpall Track). The trail itself is a relatively flat, wide and sandy surface. It takes you through the amazing Mallee landscape, complete with vibrant bird life and plenty of kangaroos.
- 4.0 (10)·Easy·0.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThe Hattah Nature Walk in Victoria offers a gentle experience, perfect for those seeking a relaxing stroll. Starting conveniently from the carpark near the park entrance off the Hattah-Robinvale Road, this walk invites you to explore a unique environment. Along the way, interpretive signs are present to highlight the fascinating Mallee ecosystem, helping you learn about the local plants and wildlife. It’s an ideal way to connect with nature and discover the distinct beauty of this region.
- 5.0 (2)·Easy·2.9 miPaddling on Lake Mournpall offers a brilliant way to experience the unique landscape of Hattah-Kulkyne National Park. This route is a circuit on one of the larger, more permanent lakes in this famous Mallee wetland system, which is fed by overflows from the Murray River. The scenery here is iconic, with the lake's edges and shallows studded with majestic, flooded River Red Gums and hardy Black Box trees. As you paddle, you'll likely be sharing the water with pelicans, cormorants, darters, and...
- 3.5 (2)·Moderate·10.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis trail is definitely worth a crack if you're visiting the Hattah-Kulkyne National Park in north western Victoria. The trail begins from the Lake Hattah Campground at the end of Hattah Entrance Road. The scenery is best along the Nip Nip track, once you turn off the Hattah Nature Drive. The trail is flat and relatively easy. You're likely to see a bunch of wildlife including emus, red kangaroos and lots of birds.
- 2.4 (3)·Easy·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis trail explores the Mallee bushland typical of Hattah-Kulkyne National Park. This semi-arid landscape is characterised by multi-stemmed mallee eucalypts, native pines like Murray Pine, and an understorey adapted to dry conditions. The Hattah Lakes system, which includes numerous ephemeral lakes like the Red Ochre Lakes, is a defining feature of the park. When filled after floods from the Murray River, these lakes become vital wetlands teeming with life. In drier times, they form part of...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park is Hattah Lake Brockie and Bugle Ride Walking Track, which has a 4.3 star rating from 43 reviews. This trail is 6.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 479 ft.
What is the longest trail in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park is Chalka Creek Paddle to Lake Lochie. This trail is estimated to be 22.9 mi long.
How many trails are in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
There are 9 trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park.These trails have an average 4.1-star ratingfrom 105 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
Chalka Creek Paddle to Lake Lochie has the most elevation gain with 1,929 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hattah Lake Nip Nip Track, which has 718 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 camping trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park and the most popular is Hattah Lake Brockie and Bugle Ride Walking Track with an average 4.3 star rating from 43 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 running trails in Hattah-Kulkyne National Park and the most popular is Hattah Nature Drive with an average 4.3 star rating from 7 community reviews.
