The cool waters of Expedition Pass Reservoir are a great place for a swim with family or friends on a hot summer day. Bring a picnic or a fishing rod or launch a canoe and go for a paddle. Fishing is possible all year round for holders of a Victorian recreational fishing licence. The surrounding forest, which was almost completely cleared during the goldrush, has regenerated significantly, making it a great spot for bushwalking and birdwatching.

Visitor Tips: There is a small car park on Golden Point Road, but this fills up quickly on warm weekends and school or public holidays. Care should be taken along the busy road. For your own safety, do not park on the roadside. Why not park at the Monster Meeting Site or the Welsh St carpark (near Welsh Village and Nimrod Reef Mine) and walk or cycle to the reservoir from there?

Dogs may be walked on a lead along the Forest Creek Trail (walk 7, red posts) between Castlemaine and Expedition Pass but are not permitted in the reservoir itself. There are no facilities, including bins so please take your rubbish home for recycling or disposal. Mobile phone coverage is unreliable.

Take care in and near the water. The water may be cold, with deep holes away from the shore, shallow areas and submerged objects. Jumping in is not recommended and rope swings are prohibited. Serious injuries can occur. Always actively supervise children near water. Help us prevent bank erosion by not sitting on the tree roots and taking care when entering the water or launching a canoe.

Expedition Pass Reservoir is in the North Central fire district. On Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating days the Park will be closed for public safety. Do not enter the Park. If you are already in the Park, leave the night before or as early as possible in the morning. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. Check the Fire Danger Rating and for days of Total Fire Ban at www.emergency.vic.gov.au, on the VicEmergency smartphone app or call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226.