At a glance
Distance from Echuca Moama | Approximately 40 minutes drive |
Best for | Nature, birdwatching and peaceful escapes |
Don’t miss | Millewa Forest, birdwatching, Timbercutter Restaurant, the Edward River (Kolety), and the Reed Beds Bird Hide Boardwalk |
Perfect as | A half-day or full-day escape |
Ancient forests and timeless stories.
Just across the border, Mathoura is the gateway to one of Australia's most remarkable natural landscapes.
Surrounded by the Millewa Forest, part of the world's largest river red gum forest, Mathoura offers peaceful bushwalks, cycling trails, birdwatching and opportunities to experience the region's rich First Nations and environmental heritage.
Visit Picnic Point, where the Murray and Edward Rivers meet, keep an eye out for some of Australia's most sought-after bird species in one of the region's renowned birdwatching hotspots, then finish the day with a meal at the much-loved Timbercutter Restaurant.
It's the kind of place where you'll hear more birds than traffic, where towering red gums have stood for centuries, and where you can feel the stress of modern life melt away.
Whether you're exploring for a few hours or venturing deeper into the forest, Mathoura offers a memorable day trip from Echuca Moama.
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