The mighty Murray River Image: Rob Blackburn/Destination NSW
Location
The Murray River region of NSW has been inhabited by humans for over 40,000 years and is a haven for adventure and water activities. The mighty Murray River gives this region its character – a rich heritage, agricultural background and warm country charm, and the Murray region can be easily explored by car from Sydney, or fly into Albury.
Towns
Albury-Wodonga, Echuca, Moama, Howlong, Culcairn, Henty, Holbrook, Tocumwal.
Famous for …
Known for its citrus orchards and berry farms, the region is home to some of Australia’s largest stone and dried fruit industries. Thanks to the Murray River, it is also known for paddle steamers, houseboats, fishing, kayaking, waterskiing and – the legendary Murray Cod! The area is also home to a semi-desert, lakes, rivers, Red Gum forests, bushland, and national parks including the famous Mungo National Park.
A slice of Murray history at Echuca. iStock
5 of the Best Family Attractions
- The National Holden Museum
- Holbrook Submarine Museum
- Holbrook Miniature Railway
- The BIG Murray Cod
- Echuca Paddlesteamers
The BIG Murray Cod at Swan Hill. Image: Creative Commons
Stay and Play – the Murray
For more information on the Murray region of NSW, including events, click here.
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