Sports and Leisure
Golf & Mini Golf
Echuca Moama is a golfer's paradise, offering courses for enthusiasts of all skill levels:
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Rich River Golf Club Resort in Moama features two award-winning 18-hole championship courses, including the par-72 East Course. For families, Rich River Golf Club Resort also offers a fun mini-golf course and the chance for kids to try their hand at the driving range.
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Echuca Back 9 Golf Course offers a challenging yet enjoyable 9-hole layout, ideal for both seasoned golfers and those looking for a relaxed round.
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Just down the road you’ll find Kyabram Parkland Golf Course, located just 25 minutes from Echuca Moama, home to the Par 3 Amateur Championships.
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cluBarham Golf and Sports boasts a stunning 18-hole championship course designed by Ross Watson, surrounded by natural bushland and featuring impeccable greens and bunkers—a must for any golf getaway!
Bowls & Barefoot Bowls
Bowls enthusiasts will find world-class facilities and a friendly atmosphere in Echuca Moama:
• Moama Bowling Club is one of Australia’s premier clubs, featuring international-standard greens and hosting top-level competitions. Outside of tournaments, enjoy barefoot bowls, paired with food and beverages, or try the popular Twilight Beers, Bowls & Pizza experience. The club also offers diverse dining options, including a bistro, ice creamery, and fine dining at Junction.
• Rich River Bowls Club (at Rich River Golf Club) features three year-round greens, accommodating visitors and hosting events from September onwards. With on-site dining and accommodation, it’s a great option for your next bowls outing.
• Just down the road cluBarham now boasts two state-of-the-art synthetic 9-rink greens, including an undercover option for all-weather play. Pair your game with a drink at the clubhouse or enjoy Chinese and Malaysian dishes at Don’s Kitchen. Mathoura Bowling Club offers a relaxed country vibe with two greens, a bistro, a sports bar, and TAB/Keno facilities. Free camping amenities are available, including showers, toilets, and fresh water.
Tennis
Love tennis? The Rich River Golf Club Resort tennis complex features nine floodlit synthetic grass courts. Equipment hire and professional coaching are available—perfect for players of all levels. For bookings, call 03 5481 3333.
Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
Kickstart your adventure with Echuca Moama Stand Up Paddle (SUP). Paddle down a 4.5 km stretch of the Murray River, starting in bushland and gliding under the historic Moama Bridge. Along the way, enjoy stunning wildlife, pass paddle steamers, stop at Moama Beach, and finish near the historic Port of Echuca. SUP offers a unique mix of relaxation and a full-body workout. Plus, there’s a free shuttle service back to your car!
Biking
Explore the region on two wheels and hire an E-Bike with Green Pedal, a mobile bike rental service offering both e-bikes and standard bikes. They provide free delivery to your accommodation (subject to availability) with flexible hire options, ranging from half-day to full-day rentals. During peak holiday periods, you can find their bike trailer near the Discovery Centre on Murray Esplanade in Echuca. Cycling along the scenic trails and quiet streets of the Murray is the perfect way to enjoy the sights and breathe in the fresh air.
Water Skiing
For adrenaline seekers, Brett Sands Watersports is the ultimate destination. Located on 15 acres of pristine waterfront, it offers an array of thrilling activities including waterskiing, wakeboarding, knee boarding, and barefoot skiing. Founded by a 7-time World Champion, the school provides expert coaching for all skill levels, making it the perfect spot for anyone looking to push their limits and enjoy the water in Echuca Moama.
The Backroads Trail
Backroads Trail
Turn off the highway and we will open your eyes!
The Backroads Trail, with its signposted interpretive sites, allows you to see how we have lived on and shaped this land from Dreamtime prehistory to the present day. The Backroads Trail weaves together the themes of heritage, environment, food, wine and culture in an informed and user-friendly way.
You'll not only stand on the sites where history was made - you'll be delighted by small businesses along the way offering you delicious produce, a comfy bed for the night, and extra attractions such as stunning sculptures, leafy bushland walks and relaxing river cruises.
This trail is situated on the NSW side of the Murray River, and extends from Echuca Moama, Womboota, Bunnaloo, Barham Koondrook, Caldwell, Deniliquin and Mathoura.
Please call ahead to ask about operating hours to make sure they are there to receive you with that warm hospitality that this region is renowned for.
Visit www.backroadstrail.com.au for more information and contact details of the various attractions and Visitor Information Centres located along the trail.
Attractions on this Trail include:
• Pacdon Park (Gourmet British Smallgoods
• Sevilo Grove (Olive Oil)
• Bright on the Murray B&B
• Perricoota Station (Accommodation & Functions)
• Old School Winery & Meadery
• Reed Bed Bird Hide
• Long Paddock ARTback Sculptures
• Mathoura Mandarins
• Mathoura Pioneer Cemetery
• Grathorn Poll Dorsets (Farm Visits)
• J & H Bassett Apiaries (Honey Outlet)
• Restdown Wines
• Wolesley Monument (Historic Marker)
• Hill House Farm Stay
• Barham Avocados
• Bundarra Berkshires Free Range Pork
• Citrus Honesty Box
• Border Flywheelers Club Heritage Museum
• Barham River Cruises
• Redgum Chainsaw Sculpture Trail
• Border Packers (Citrus Packing Shed)
• Long Paddock Foodstore
Signposted interpretive sites along the way, allow you to stand right where history was made
The Long Paddock
The Long Paddock Touring Route
Welcome to the Long Paddock, an iconic touring route that meanders through the heart of Australia, inviting travelers to embark on a journey through landscapes that resonates with history, culture, and the spirit of the outback.
Stretching across the vast expanses from Echuca Moama on the Victorian Border, through to Wilcannia, leading to the iconic outback towns of Bourke and White Cliffs.
The Long Paddock, also known as the "Cobb Highway," weaves a tapestry of discovery, connecting remote towns, historic sites, and breathtaking natural wonders.
Originally established as a stock route during the 19th century, the Long Paddock served as a lifeline for drovers moving cattle across the arid interior. Today, it has evolved into a captivating touring route, offering a unique blend of adventure and immersion into the heart of Australia's rural life.
The Long Paddock is still a working stock route which provides us with a link to times and landscapes that are long since altered.
Whilst travelling along this iconic touring route, explore the 11 major public sculptures, celebrating the unique character of the landscape and tell stories about the local history.
Additionally there is a series of information panels located at significant sites. They are a wonderful mixture of truths, tales and images! To really experience the drovers’ dream stop at each panel and become part of The Long Paddock.
Join us as we navigate this legendary route, where every kilometer brings a new chapter in the story of Australia's vast and captivating interior. Take the opportunity to pause, reflect, and appreciate these amazing surroundings.
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