Bundalong: At the confluence of the Murray River and Ovens River

Bundalong lies at the confluence of the Murray River and Ovens River: the Ovens flows into the Murray here at the upper end of Lake Mulwala. There are specific riverside activities to enjoy during a stay, as well as a rodeo on a set date and wine tastings at the cellar door. Planning varies depending on what you have in mind: for canoeing, the river and access points matter; for the rodeo, the date; and for a tasting, availability.

Riverside location and orientation

The Ovens River flows into the Murray River near Bundalong at the upper end of Lake Mulwala. The town can therefore be located by considering the relationship between the two rivers and the lake. The specific water access point is also important when planning your trip: Bundalong Day Visitor Area is on the Ovens River, while boat ramps provide access to backwaters and the river itself. This helps distinguish the area’s geographical location from the different activities available on the water.

Water access and canoeing

At Bundalong Day Visitor Area in Warby-Ovens National Park on the Ovens River, there are opportunities for canoeing from the Bundalong South boat ramp and the pontoon. If you are planning a canoe trip, this area is the specific point of reference. Check river conditions and access restrictions before travelling so you can take them into account when planning.

The Bundalong South boat ramp and a small ramp behind Bundalong Caravan Park also provide access to numerous backwaters and the river itself. This adds other specific water access points to the canoeing options: the ramps provide access to backwaters and the river, while the canoeing information relates to the Day Visitor Area on the Ovens River. Check local conditions before launching.

Rodeo and wine tasting

The Bundalong Rodeo returns to 2 Rivers Ranch on 28 December 2026. The program includes bronco riding, bull riding and breakaway roping. If you would like to include this event in your trip, plan your stay around the event date and check the schedule before travelling. The date gives you a specific reference point for choosing when to visit.

Visitors can enjoy wine tastings at the cellar door at Bundalong Estate Wines. Check availability again before your trip. This means there is a difference when planning dates: the rodeo is scheduled for a specific day, while you should check the availability of the tasting in advance. If you plan to do both, treat the event date and the tasting as separate items in your itinerary.

Plan your hotel and travel dates together

If you want the rodeo to be part of your stay, 28 December 2026 is the key date. If you are planning to go canoeing, take river conditions and access restrictions into account; check availability separately for a wine tasting.

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