Koondrook State Forest has a series of excellent camping spots on the banks of the Murray and superb fishing.

The river red gums are supreme as you can fall asleep  to the sounds of cockatoos and the timeless flow of one of Australia’s premier waterways.

Make sure you bring drinking water though and respect the fire ban from late in the year until Easter.

The forest is accessed via Murray Street in Barham.

If cycling the scenic riverside trails are more your go, then you are more than catered for, with cycling tracks along the Murray.

New to Koondrook is Koondrook Retreat.

The newest nature-based tourism attraction in the Gannwarra shire, located on the Gunbower Creek.

You can enjoy uninterrupted creek views from luxury selfcontained glamping tents suitable for groups of up to four.

If you have a boat, you can drive right up on the banks and step out to your retreat tent.

Fishing
This part of the Murray rewards anglers with the odd Murray cod, golden perch, silverfish and catfish, while dobbers can land some very tasty yabbies.