Packard Bend

National Parks and Reserves

This stretch of the Murray River is named after the government surveyor Francis Joseph Packard who tragically drowned here in 1866 while surveying the eastern border of South Australia.
Dotted with large, shady gum trees, the riverbank here is a popular fishing, camping and swimming spot for locals and visitors alike.

Facilities

Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites / Campsites Family Friendly Pet Friendly Public Toilet

Disabled Assistance

Disabled access available

Rates

Free Entry

Nearby Things to Do

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The nearby shelter contains seating and barbecue facilities.

Loxton Skate Park

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

The grassy riverfront area is dotted with large gum trees.

Loxton Apex Park

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

The small cemetery was used prior to the opening of the Bookpurnong Lutheran Church.

Kaesler Landing Cemetery

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

Tree of Knowledge

Loxton’s Tree of Knowledge

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

The monument was unveiled at the official opening of the Loxton Irrigation Area in 1949.

Loxton Irrigation Area momument

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

Eagle tree sculpture

Loxton Tree Sculptures

Loxton, Loxton Waikerie

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