Dead River Beach Campground in Barmah, VIC — photo 1

Dead River Beach Campground

Barmah, VIC
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingTent SiteRiver FishingFishing Spot

About this campsite

Secluded beach campground on a dead arm of the Murray River in Barmah National Park. Quiet bush camping with good fishing.

What this place offers

Activities

Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Tent Site
Free Camping

Other Features

River Fishing

Location

Dead River Beach Campground•Sand Ridge Track, Barmah, VIC, 3639

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
TODAY🌦️
22° / 10°
💧 100%
MON☁️
18° / 7°
💧 8%
TUE☁️
17° / 8°
💧 8%
WED☁️
19° / 7°
💧 2%
THU🌤️
23° / 9°
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Common questions about Dead River Beach Campground

Is Dead River Beach Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Dead River Beach Campground in Barmah, VIC is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: tent site, river fishing, fishing spot and free camping.

What facilities does Dead River Beach Campground have?

Dead River Beach Campground has tent site, river fishing, fishing spot and free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Dead River Beach Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Dead River Beach Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Dead River Beach Campground?

Dead River Beach Campground sits in Barmah, VIC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Dead River Beach Campground

Facilities recorded for Dead River Beach Campground
FacilityOn site
Tent SiteYes
River FishingYes
Fishing SpotYes
Free CampingYes

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Fire Danger
Today
22°·63%·26km/h
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Tomorrow
18°·32%·20km/h
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Tue
17°·38%·17km/h
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Sand Ridge Track

Barmah, VIC 3639

Dead River Beach Campground

Free · no booking needed