Monoman Island Loop Trail
One day loop trail around Monoman Island
Paddle overview : Monoman Island Loop
Monoman Island Loop Trail
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Riverland |
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Renmark (260km from Adelaide) – View in google map |
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14 km round trip |
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Allow at least 1/2 day |
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Easy |
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None |
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Visit BOM for weather conditions |
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Flatwater conditions. |
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Parking available at launch site |
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Chowilla game reserve |
Trail Notes
Launch point is next to the locked bridge over Monoman Creek (GPS: 33.9623 S; 140.8732 E)
To reach this site, turn right into the National Park entrance 48 km north of Renmark travelling on the Wentworth Road. This turn off is at GPS: 33.9520 S; 140.8497 E. The launch point is at the bridge approx 2 km along this track.
There is a locked bridge at the launch site preventing vehicles from driving onto Monoman Island. Launching of craft can be done anywhere near this bridge.
The trail can be completed in either direction. This description of the trail runs in a clockwise direction
Start at the bridge and head north for about 4km where you will reach the junction with Chowilla Creek at Point D GPS 33.9532 s 140.8987 E.
Turn right into Chowilla Creek.
Paddle about 1.8km and you will pass the entrance to Boat Creek on the LHS at Point C (GPS 33.9605 S 140.8946 E).
The next landmark is a bridge across the creek about 2km further on from Boat Creek.
Continue on your journey for a further 3km and you will reach the junction of Monoman Creek with Chowilla Creek at Point B (GPS 33.9814 S; 140.8624 E).
Turn right here into the creek. Your starting point will be about 4-5 km ahead.
Caution
There is limited phone reception in this National Park so mobile phones should not be relied upon for emergencies.
If relying on AVENZA downloadable maps for the area remember that they need to be downloaded onto your device before you move out of mobile range.
There are numerous campsites in the area. These need to be pre-booked online with National Parks
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Facilities
Parking at launch point is next to the locked bridge over Monoman Creek (GPS: 33.9623 S; 140.8732 E)
Points of interest
Chowilla Game Reserve
Chowilla Game Reserve is an integral part of the Riverland biosphere reserve comprising 18,000 hectares of flood plains and wetlands. It is recognised as a riverland wetland of international importance declared under the Ramscar convention.
When canoeing or kayaking in this area great stands of majestic river red gums and hardy black box will be seen. These provide a habitat for the wide range of birdlife. These are great opportunities for secluded bush camping in this area.
Note: You will be able to get away from the pressures of daily life here because there is limited phone reception in the game reserve
See National Parks SA website for information.
