Enjoy sweeping views over Maldon and the surrounding area from the Mount Tarrengower Lookout in the Maldon Historic Reserve. A short drive from Maldon via the sealed Mt Tarrengower Rd, this former poppet head is worth the climb.

Camping and fires are not permitted except within the Butts Reserve Camping Area at the foot of the mountain. It is a great spot from which to explore the many well-preserved remains of former gold mines in the reserve, including the Beehive Chimney, Carmans Tunnel and Porcupine Dredge, or explore the historic town of Maldon. Prospecting is prohibited around the Lookout and within Butts Reserve. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a lead and under control at all times.

This large campground offers picnic tables, shelter, fireplaces and flushing toilets. It is suitable for tents, caravans, campervans and large recreational vehicles, but take care as the ground can become boggy and rutted after rain. The campground is unpowered and free with no bookings required. Please bring your own firewood and take all your rubbish away with you. The maximum stay is 42 days.

Fires are permitted only within the constructed fireplaces at the campground and provided that: a three-metre area is cleared of anything flammable around your campfire; that you have at least 10 litres of water available for immediate use; and an adult is in attendance at all times (awake, within 50m and with a clear line of sight). No fires may be lit on a day of Total Fire Ban, including campfires, solid and fuel barbecues and ovens. Built in and portable gas or electric barbecues may be used provided that they meet the conditions above.

The Maldon Historic Reserve 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.