Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Willandra Men's Quarters.
Getting there and parking
Willandra Men’s Quarters is in the Willandra Homestead precinct. To get there:
From Hillston:
- Travel north on Oxley Road, turn left onto Mossgiel Road and continue for 3km over the Lachlan River.
- Turn left again and follow Mossgiel Road for 36km
- Pass Willandra Station (this is private property)
- At the intersection, turn right onto Whealbah Road then continue for 20km. Watch out for the cattle grids on this stretch of road.
- Turn right at Merton Creek trail and head towards Willandra Homestead. Willandra Men’s Quarters is the building near the workshop.
Be aware that most of these roads are unsealed and impassable after rain. Please keep watch for wildlife and livestock.
From Ivanhoe:
- Turn left from the Cobb Highway onto Mossgiel Road.
- Follow Mossgiel Road for 46km until you reach an intersection.
- Turn left onto Whealbah Road
- Continue for 20km, then turn right at Merton Creek trail.
- Head towards Willandra Homestead. Willandra Men’s Quarters is the building near the workshop.
Road quality
Please check the weather and the Carrathool Shire website for road conditions before your visit
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at Willandra Men’s Quarters.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Willandra National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Like spring, this season is also a time of mild weather.
Spring
Spring brings mild weather and fantastic birdwatching opportunities, as well as being the best time for wildflower displays. Drive, cycle or walk the scenic Merton trail or follow the Nilla Yannagalang Billana walking trail to make the most of what's on offer at this time of year.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 32°C
Highest recorded
46°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 16°C
Lowest recorded
-4.4°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
October
Driest month
February
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
119.6mm
Bedrooms
Room 1 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Room 2 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Room 3 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Room 4 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Room 5 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Room 6 (up to 2 people)
- 2 Bunk beds
Bedrooms can't be locked.
Facilities
- The Men's Quarters use bore water.
- The fireplace in the dining room is out of service. Please do not light a fire inside.
- There is no television.
- Please leave the cottage clean and tidy and take all rubbish with you.
Toilets
The shared toilet block is external to the Men's Quarters.
- Flush toilets
Showers
The shared shower block is external to the Men's Quarters.
- Hot showers
Barbecue facilities
- Fire rings (bring your own firewood)
Kitchen
Gas stove, oven, microwave, toaster, kettle and dining table.
Plates and cutlery
Pots and pans
Wireless internet
There is minimal mobile reception in Willandra National Park, please feel free to connect to the wifi available at the office. The office is 100m walk from the accommodation.
- Wireless internet (free)
Picnic tables
Electric power
Amenities
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. For more information, please see the OEH policy.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Park info
- in Willandra National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
Willandra National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park uses a self-registration fee collection system. Please bring correct change.
Buy annual pass