River Murray at Town Beach

Tocumwal, New South Wales

The closest beach to town in Tocumwal, but also one of the longest, with rustic camping facilities at the back of the beach. Whilst only basic, the shower and toilet facilities, and the short distance to town, make this the most popular beach along this stretch of the river. RVs are welcome. Above: The view along Town Beach at Tocumwal (Order this image)

Town Beach is located around 800 metres upstream of the Tocumwal town centre. The beach here is several hundred metres long and around 30 metres wide, with a gentle slope and soft sand entry into the water. The whole town could turn out and still not be able to take up all of the sand with their towels, that is how big it is. When they all do turn out on a hot day, this beach becomes a hive of activity. Above: Looking across from Town Beach to Finley Beach on the opposite bank (Order this image)

The current in the River Murray is very strong and people regularly drown in it. For even experienced swimmers, this river commands respect. Town Beach is no exception, particularly when heading out further into the river, or when the river is running high, as it often is in early and mid-summer. Inexperienced swimmers can still splash around in the shallows close to shore, where the current is ever present, but more of a gentle push as it runs peacefully around your shins than the force that wants to bowl you over further out.

Diagonally across the river you can see one of the other 24 beaches around Tocumwal glistening in the sun (it is actually Finley Beach, beckoning you to explore further upstream and downstream after your day out at Town Beach. Before you head out, make sure to read the swimming safety information and check with the managing authority for any current change of conditions. Specific to this site, the managing authority posted numerous general warnings on site, including pedestrians using the road, falling branches, uneven ground, native wildlife, submerged objects, broken glass, unpatrolled swimming area, deep water, shallow water, power craft (jet skis) operating, and strong current. The marker indicates the approximate location of the beach. If the map is not zoomed in locally, as can sometimes occur when loading, simply click or tap on "View Larger Map" below.
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