About Murray River Queen
The Murray River Queen is a historic paddle steamer moored on the Murray River at the Loxton riverfront in South Australia's Riverland. Built in 1974 at Goolwa, it operated as a cruising vessel before being permanently berthed at Loxton. Now serving as floating accommodation and a heritage attraction, it reflects the region's riverboat history and offers visitors insight into Murray River navigation, with its preserved decks, paddle wheel and riverside setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a permanently moored historic paddle steamer on the Murray River at Loxton. The vessel is viewed from the riverfront and, when operating as accommodation, can be explored internally including decks, cabins and wheelhouse areas. The setting is the sandy riverbank with river red gums, walking paths and views of the Murray River. Interpretation relates to riverboat history and the Riverland. The experience is primarily sightseeing, photography and, for overnight guests, staying aboard the vessel.
Key highlights
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Historic 1974 paddle steamer permanently moored on the Murray River at Loxton
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Preserved paddle wheel, decks and wheelhouse reflecting Murray River navigation heritage
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Riverfront location on the Murray River with views of the river and surrounding Riverland landscape
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Floating accommodation experience aboard a heritage vessel