Murray River Living Water Trails

Nature Foundation Murray River Living Water Trails

Eco-tourism attractions in and around Murray Bridge

• Indigenous
• Heritage
• Environment
• Arts & Culture

Murray River Channel

The Murray River Channel is the main artery of the river. Extending over 2,520 km north of Khancoban forming the New South Wales and Victorian border to Goolwa and the Coorong in South Australia. The channel links the forests, floodplains, wetlands and estuaries along the Murray River. It provides habitat for many native plants, fish and animals, while its banks support river red gum forests of high natural and cultural value.

The Murray River Channel relates to river flows, barriers to native fish migration and maintenance of channel stability.
Source: MDBA

Swanport Wetlands Reserve

Lot 12 Off Princess Highway, Murray Bridge
This Murray River Wetland situated between the highway and the river is teaming with local wildlife. A boardwalk and viewing platform have been constructed to provide access for nature lovers and sight seers.

Riverglades Wetland

Cnr Murray Drive and Tooma Drive, Murray Bridge

Rocky Gully Wetlands

Lagoon Road, Murray Bridge
Rocky Gully Wetlands is located off Mannum Road just outside the Murray Bridge CBD and is part of The Lavender Federation Trail. The wetlands are home to many native bird species and are designed so that visitors can walk in a loop and capture all the wetland has to offer.

Pangarinda Arboretum

Pangarinda Drive, Wellington East

Community Based Conservation: Embracing conservation, education and tourism. Take a stroll, relax at the shelter, admire the view. This Arboretum is a link in a chain of endeavour to conserve Australia’s threatened flora.

Mulga Wildlife Sanctuary

Lot 15-16 Bow Hill Road, Burdett

From wombats to mini-horses and kangaroos to a wedge-tailed eagle, Mulga Sanctuary and Wildlife Park has an array of native and exotic wildlife, there's even a walk-through aviary.

Lavender Federation Trail

http://lavenderfederationtrail.org.au/web/

A linear walking trail of 152 kilometres through diverse countryside traversing the eastern flanks of the Mt Lofty Ranges. The trail begins at Murray Bridge and takes a serpentine course to Truro at the northern gateway of the Barossa Valley.

Kidman Trail

http://www.kidmantrail.org.au/page_attachments/0000/0019/080162_rockleigh_screen.pdf

Multi use horse riding, cycling and walking trail that traverses 269 kilometers of roadsides, forest tracks, private land and unmade road reserves with trail markers indicating route. Trail enthusiasts will enjoy “seeing the world in a different way” through the Fleurieu Peninsula, Adelaide Hills, Murraylands, Barossa and Clare Valley tourism regions.

Brayfield Lavender

2 Sims Close, Murray Bridge

Brayfield Park Lavender  is a family owned South Australian company that offers a large range of quality skin care and dried lavender products. Situated on the banks of the River Murray with spectacular views of Murray Bridge the farm offers a unique place to visit.

State Flora

Bremer Road, Murray Bridge

State Flora Nurseries are Nursery Industry accredited and Sustainable Gardening Australia accredited. We promote recycling, efficient water use, low environmental impact chemicals and fertilisers and innovative planting techniques. Our friendly staff are passionate flora experts who can provide you with professional advice on planting and maintaining native species.

Friends of Ferries-McDonald & Monarto Conservation Parks

Ferries-McDonald Rd, Monarto South, SA 5254

The parks contain one of the few pieces of remnant Mallee vegetation close to Adelaide. There is only foot traffic allowed through the parks and no camping or caravanning is allowed. There are no facilities or water supplies., Ferries McDonald Conservation Park is an 845 hectare mallee park, home of the endangered malleefowl. It is home to many bird species, echidnas and kangaroos.

Monarto Zoo

Old Princes Highway, Monarto

The Zoo has a network of approx 10 kms of walking tracks. For those visitors keen to explore the Zoo by foot, there are a range of walking tracks available ranging from easy to medium grading and are suitable for robust pushers. There are 5 walking tracks available ranging from 20 to 90 minutes.
Icons: Walking trails, picnic

The Round House

146 Railway Terrace Murray Bridge

The Roundhouse captures the history of the first permanent bridge to span the Murray River.  State Heritage and National Estate listed, this building has been lovingly resotred and maintained by local volunteers.  The Roundhouse was the first substantial building in Murray Bridge and has significant historical value to the early development of the town serving as a School, Post Office, Church and Council chambers.

Murray Bridge Canoe Trail

http://www.visitmurraylands.com/html/canoe-trails.html

Launching at Sturt Reseve just by the Murray Bridge Rowing Club, paddle upstream past Captain Proud, this where rail meets the river at the Murray Bridge Wharf, The rich history of Murray Bridge is waiting to be explored.

Murray Bridge Regional Gallery

27 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge

The Murray Bridge Gallery is proudly recognised as one of the leading galleries in regional South Australia. Located 45 minutes from Adelaide, the Gallery offers 3 refurbished exhibition spaces and a contemporary retail outlet featuring works from South Australia's leading designers.

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• Disabled facilities
• Pet friendly
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Parks/reserves Photo opportunity
• Picnic area
• Playground
• Public toilets
• BBQ
• Walking trails
• Food & drinks