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Boileau Bend

Echuca, VIC

About this campsite

Boileau Bend is a tranquil camping destination located in a sprawling state forest, accentuated by the serene Murray River. The unique location on an elevated embankment offers spectacular panoramic views of the river and exciting activities like waterskiing. The site maintains a rustic charm with minimal facilities, providing an immersive experience closer to nature. While there aren't many facilities, a modern long-drop toilet is available at Christies Beach. Whether you're seeking thrill or tranquility, Boileau Bend promises an enriching outdoor experience.

The camping area is atop an elevated embankment high above the river. This provides a grandstand view of the activities on the river below, such as waterskiing.

How to Get There

Proceed to waypoint on Bangerang Road. At waypoint turn north onto Simmie Road, continuing for about a kilometre to Echuca Regional Park. Just inside the forest branch left and continue to camping area. Advisable to use waypoint in sat nav devices as using the destination coordinates may lead to the wrong side of the river.

Features & Facilities

Activities

Fishing Spot
Swimming

Accommodation Types

Camping Area
Free Camping
Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

Shade

Other Features

Unknown feature
Vast open forest area with numerous camping spots
Free Overnight Camp
Canoeing Kayaking
Photo Opportunity
Bird Watching
Please take your rubbish with you
River Fishing
Pets Welcome
Long Rig
Watch for falling limbs
Walking
Reasonable mobile reception close to the river
Day Rest Area

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY☁️
28° / 16°
💧 3%
THU🌫️
26° / 14°
FRI☁️
23° / 12°
SAT☁️
23° / 10°
💧 8%
SUN☁️
25° / 15°
💧 10%

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Road Trip Ideas

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Fire Danger
Low–Moderate
Today
28°·31%·16km/h
Low–Moderate
Tomorrow
26°·38%·18km/h
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Fri
23°·43%·22km/h
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Estimated from forecast conditionsCFA Victoria

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