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Camping at Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park
Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park
Womin-dji-ka (Welcome)
Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park is part of the traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung People whose rights were recognised through a Recognition and Settlement Agreement with the State of Victoria in March 2013. The Dja Dja Wurrung People maintain a close and continuing connection to Djandak, their traditional Country.
Camping is available at Vaughan Mineral Springs, Warburtons Bridge and Chokem Flat Campgrounds. No fees or bookings are required. All sites are unpowered and facilities are limited.
Fires are only permitted within the fireplaces provided, and may already be in use, so please bring your own camping stove or barbecue.
The campground at Vaughan Mineral Springs is located on the hill above the day visitor area. It has access to the toilets, picnic tables, shelter and electric barbecues. The giant slide and splash-pools in the Loddon River make this a popular campground for families. Dogs are prohibited.
Warburtons Bridge camping area is located in a scenic bend of the Loddon River. Fish in the river, go prospecting, take a walk through the diverse mining landscape or relax and enjoy the wildlife and wildflowers in spring. Dogs are allowed off-leash in the campground only and must be on a leash elsewhere.
The peaceful Chokem Flat camping area is located near Irishtown on the banks of Fryers Creek, close to the Goldfields Track. It offers a convenient central base from which to explore the Goldfields, including the nearby Red Hill mining landscape. The campground is suitable for large groups and popular with prospectors. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead at all times.
Things to do in the area
Eureka Reef and Central Castlemaine Diggings
Garfield Wheel and Northern Castlemaine Diggings
Vaughan Springs and Southern Castlemaine Diggings
How to get there
Camping at Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park
When you're there
The Castlemaine Visitor Information Centre provides an excellent introduction to the history and heritage of the park. Tours of the park can be booked through the centre.
Find out more about where you can go prospecting using the prospecting areas map.
Need to know
Camping at Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park
Accessibility
Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state.
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Other issues
Vaughan Springs closed due to flood impact
Vaughan Spring day visitor area is closed due to significant impact from the October flood event. Crews are working hard to assess and reopen flood impacted sites when it is safe to do so.