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Thomson River flow heights can fluctuate following rain or environmental releases from the Thomson Dam. Always check local river heights when planning your trip.
About this trail
The Thomson River Canoe Experience takes visitors along a 9km section of the Thomson River from Coopers Creek to Brunton's Bridge. This fantastic trail takes about 3 hours to complete and is ideal for paddlers with limited experience, with several easy grade 2 rapids.
You'll enjoy stunning scenery and local wildlife, including water dragons and lace monitors – also known as tree goannas.
It is recommended that visitors stay overnight at either end of the trail at Coopers Creek and Brunton's Bridge, with excellent camping facilities available at both and some great spots to swim on warmer days. Access to these camping areas is recommended by 4WD only.
Stay safe on the water
Ready to get out on the water? Check out the paddling safety tips on the Paddle Smart Victoria website before you go.
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- Thomson River Canoe Trail is a 9km trail from Coopers Creek to Brunton's Bridge
- Coopers Creek is a great starting point for the trail
- You can enter the water easily from Coopers Creek
- Enjoy unique views from the river
- This leg of the trail takes you under the historic Brunton's Bridge
- Access to the trail by 4WD is strongly recommended
Thomson River Canoe Trail is a 9km trail from Coopers Creek to Brunton's Bridge
Coopers Creek is a great starting point for the trail
You can enter the water easily from Coopers Creek
Enjoy unique views from the river
This leg of the trail takes you under the historic Brunton's Bridge
Access to the trail by 4WD is strongly recommended
How to get there
Investing in nature
Thomson River Canoe Trail is part of a broader upgrade in the area thanks to Victoria’s Great Outdoors.
Access to Thomson Bridge Campground has been upgraded, along with a new canoe launch.
Victoria’s Great Outdoors is boosting regional tourism and making it easier to enjoy nature by investing in better walking trails, campgrounds, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities.
Page last updated: 31/10/23