Ryans Lookout
Experience the beauty of nature with a family picnic or barbecue at Ryans Lookout located on Wangandary Road. The breathtaking views, especially during winter with snow-capped peaks in the distance, are truly exceptional. The lookout area provides picnic tables, a fireplace with grill, and pit toilets for your convenience. The woody debris on the ground…
Read MoreWenhams Camp
Wenhams Camp is an excellent base for exploring the walking tracks in the granitic hills, many of which start from the camp. There is a carpark near the toilets for day visitors who are welcome to use the facilities. The campsite has toilets, picnic tables, and fireplaces with grills. The individual unpowered sites are suitable…
Read MoreBriens Gorge (Jubilee Falls)
Briens Gorge is a picturesque picnic area nestled in a charming valley, featuring Jubilee Falls. Visitors can reach the base of the falls by following a stony track, which is perhaps the shortest walking trail in the Warby Ovens National Park. It’s worth noting that the waterfall may be dry most of the time, and…
Read MoreMullinmur Wetland
Mullinmur Billabong is a 20-hectare floodplain riparian woodland situated on the Ovens River, just 2.5 kilometers north of Wangaratta City Centre. The area boasts three scenic walking tracks, complete with picnic seating for visitors to enjoy. The overall well-being of the area has been enhanced through proactive weed management, reforestation efforts, elimination of European carp,…
Read MoreThe Eldorado Dredge
Although Eldorado’s main gold extraction was through open-cut methods, the gold discovered in the river flats wasn’t as easily accessible as gold found further up Reedy Creek. In 1936 production of Cock’s large bucket dredge began, mining alluvial gold and tin until 1954. It was one of the largest dredges in the Southern Hemisphere –…
Read MoreReedy Creek – Woolshed Valley
Reedy Creek in the Woolshed Valley just outside of Eldorado is a great area to get away from everything and discover a hidden gem in North East Victoria. The creek is very popular with prospectors. Pack a picnic to enjoy at one of the many picnic sites located throughout the Chiltern Mt-Pilot National Park. Basic…
Read MoreTop Cut
Top Cut is a tranquil lake steeped in the history of a mining era gone by. The deep expanse of water makes it the perfect spot to while away the hours on or by the water. Bring your own canoe, pack a picnic of local goodies and spread your blanket on the sandy foreshore under…
Read MoreLake Kerferd
Lake Kerferd was created in 1862 to retain the waters of the Hurdle Swamp for gold mining activities. Today it is Beechworth’s main water supply. Once the scene of annual rowing regattas, the lake and surrounding bushland is a treat for nature lovers, offering habitat to a rich diversity of animal and birdlife. The lake…
Read MoreLake Sambell
Lake Sambell is a short stroll from the centre of Beechworth, and is a picturesque recreation reserve and a popular venue for water and boating activities. It was originally the site of the Rocky Mountain Mining Company, an open cut sluice operation during the mid 1800s and the early 1900s, during the town’s gold rush…
Read MoreBeechworth Historic Precinct
The Beechworth Historic Precinct is a collection of nationally significant buildings telling the story of how Australia grew and prospered. Within the precinct, visitors will find the Beechworth Courthouse, Burke Museum, Telegraph Station, and Powder Magazine. The Beechworth Courthouse is currently home to the Kelly Trials Exhibition. The Kelly Trials Exhibition provides an immersive 270-degree,…
Read MoreKing George V Gardens
The King George Gardens are a pleasant respite in the centre of the city. Located on Ovens Street between Templeton and Rowan Streets in the heart of Wangaratta, the King George V Memorial Gardens are a wonderful central green expanse equipped with a children’s playground. There are also picnic tables, toilets and plenty of trees…
Read MoreOvens River
The Ovens River’s journey begins in the Victorian Alps, through the Ovens Valley and flows past Bright, Myrtleford and Wangaratta where it joins the King River. The wetlands provide perfect conditions for native fish, such as the iconic Murray Cod, and freshwater turtles to thrive. It is also home to threatened and endangered wildlife including…
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