Mathoura is located a short drive north of Echuca/Moama and is gateway to the World's largest redgum forest, magnificent rivers, creeks, wetlands of international significance and many nature-based activities. The collectively known Barmah-Millewa Forest is home to hundreds of species of birds, animals, plants and trees and many aboriginal sites.
Mathoura has arguably the best access in the region to the Murray River, with good dry weather roads and no high banks. The recently constructed Gulpa Creek Reedbeds Bird Observatory is a must-see for visitors, as are the forest walks and Cadell fault. Popular activities include fishing, waterskiing, swimming, golf, camping, bird watching, canoeing, horse riding, tennis, lawn bowls, bush walking, wine tasting, exploring the Mathoura Heritage Walk and Pioneer Cemetery and relaxing in a beer garden with a cold beer and a great meal.
Mathoura began as a market garden and a pub on a drovers' track in the mid-1800s and built itself as a timber source for the developing young nation of Australia. Today it has become a mecca for lovers of a gentle country lifestyle and those seeking peaceful holidays amid forests, waterways and a beautiful natural environment.
Mathoura also offers some great annual events like the Mathoura Fishing Classic, Easter Fair and Cadell Fair. The Centre also offers outdoor picnic area, wine tasting and sales, library, art & craft displays, internet access, business and conference facilities, Centrelink self-service booth, Bendigo Bank, Medicare and ATO and Government Information. The Centre offers all the information needed to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the Mathoura and Picnic Point area.
Temperatures for Mathoura
Mathoura has hot summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Mathoura is approximately 30 °c. The summer low temperature is approximately 14 °c.
Mathoura has mild winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Mathoura is approximately 14 °c. The winter low temperature is approximately 3 °c.
MONTH | LOW °c | HIGH °c |
January | 15 | 31 |
February | 15 | 30 |
March | 13 | 27 |
April | 9 | 22 |
May | 6 | 16 |
June | 4 | 14 |
July | 3 | 13 |
August | 4 | 14 |
September | 6 | 18 |
October | 8 | 21 |
November | 10 | 25 |
December | 13 | 28 |