HALF DAY
Bulyong Island Loop Trail
A loop trail via Kylie Creek, Bulyong Creek and back via the Murray River to the start point (at Canoe the Riverland, Paringa)
Paddling Riverland
There is so much to do and explore in the Riverland. Hire a canoe or kayak, or bring your own, and gain unique access to thousands of kilometres of pristine waterways. Set your own pace and paddle the mighty Murray River, venture into wetlands and floodplain forests and along the many kilometres of quiet red-gum lined creeks. Camp in this ever-changing landscape with views of ochre-coloured cliffs; meander the placid waterways and expansive wetlands alive with more than 300 species of waterbirds.
FULL DAY
chambers creek loop trail
A short paddle around the Chambers Creek area and associated waterways. This paddle can be extended to go to Lake Bonney and Barmera
HALF DAY
chowilla island loop trail
This is a 2-3 day loop trail starting and finishing below Lock 6. The trail travels through the Lock upstream to the Isle of Man. Once off the river the trail enters quiet backwaters and circumnavigates Chowilla Island. Emerging downstream, the final 4 km upstream then returns paddlers to the original launch site.
MULTI DAY
grand junction island loop trail
Once off the Murray River, this 2-3 day loop paddle takes in backwaters through the semi-arid region of the Chowilla floodplain, an area largely untouched by irrigation and development. Enjoy this special place, a haven for wildlife from kangaroos to emus, parrots to pelicans, and black swans.
FULL DAY
loch luna nockburra creek trail
A short paddle through Loch Luna and Nockburra Creek and associated waterways
FULL DAY
lock 4 eckert creek loop trail
This Trail starts at Lock 4 and goes through Ajax/Achilles Lake back to the river then through the following creeks, Eckert Creek, Jarrett creek, Sawmill creek and back via the Murray River to Lock 4. It can be extended to a two-day trip by paddling via the Splash and Katarapko Creek
MULTI DAY
loxton katarapko loop trail
This loop trail starts from the Loxton Caravan Park and takes paddlers up Katarapko Creek to the stone weir returning to the launch point travelling downstream via the Murray River
MULTI DAY
nelbuck island loop trail
A loop trail which starts from Murtho (Canoe the Riverland) and travels via Kylie Creek, Ral Ral Creek and Nelbuck Creek back to the Murray River and returns to the start point. This trail can be extended to 2-days by paddling on through the Ral Ral wide waters and around Reny Island (past Calperum Station). Campsites can be found along the way. Be aware that you are travelling through National Park and reserve areas.
MULTI DAY
pike river mundic creek trail
This loop trail through some picturesque backwaters, relatively close to the township of Renmark and civilisation but with a distinct feeling of remoteness as you set up camp along the quiet waterways and enjoy the stunning reflected sunset.
MULTI DAY
pike river rumpagunyah creek loop trail
Long day paddle in a loop along Pike River/Rumpagunyah Creek returning to launch site. This loop trail does not require any portages and is not affected by changing water levels in the area (being downstream of Lock 5 and of the Pike River regulators).
MULTI DAY
punkah island loop trail
This trail is a 2-day loop paddle around Punkah Island in the Chowilla Game Reserve starting and finishing at the Border Cliffs campground’s canoe launch site.
MULTI DAY
ral ral creek loop trail
Ral Ral Creek (Nelbuck Creek/ Hunchee Island) Loop Trail
A loop trail from Murtho Forest via Nelbuck Creek and Hunchee Island through picturesque river backwaters. This 2-day trip is recommended to include an overnight camp.