Shaws Lake Picnic Area is situated in the northern end of the park, accessed from Shaws Lake Track and only a short drive from the township of Blackwood. The picnic area is ideal for visitors looking for a secluded picnic spot and walk. Bring a picnic basket and set up in the quaint surrounds of Shaws Lake, where you will find picnic tables and an information shelter. Surrounded by blackwood trees, make a day of it, bring the family and your dog.
Stroll out to the famous Blackwood Mineral Springs and sample a bottle of the springs water or explore the historic township and its rich goldmining history.
Prospecting, fossicking, and digging is prohibited. Penalties apply.
Rubbish bins are not provided so please take all rubbish home with you.

Lerderderg State Park is in the Central fire district. Bushfire safety is a personal responsibility. For up-to-date information on bushfires in Victoria call the VicEmergency Hotline on 1800 226 226, download the VicEmergency app, or visit www.emergency.vic.gov.au. Dial 000 for police, fire, and ambulance. If your network has no signal dial 112 to access any available network.