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Located in and around Maldon township, Maldon Historic Area protects many relics of the gold mining era – shafts and tunnels, kilns, stone walls, chimneys and machinery. The area is surrounded by beautiful Box and Ironbark forests, once threatened by the constant demand for timber to feed the mining boom.
Take a trip back in time on a visit to the Goldfields. In our parks, you’ll find evidence of days gone by. The parks have many stories to tell, with remnants of the gold mining era waiting to be discovered.
Choose your adventure at these camping spots
Summer is the perfect time to get out and camp under the stars. Before you pitch your tent, spend the day exploring the nature around you.
Escape the city and take a day trip from Melbourne into nature. Discover picturesque views, long and short walks, cycling or simply a place for a cuppa after leisurely strolls through the wilderness. Pack a sumptuous picnic for a shady rest after enjoying the sights and sounds.
Eureka Reef and Central Castlemaine Diggings
The central section of Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park contains Eureka Reef. A pleasant 1.8km self-guided walk takes you through 140 years of mining history. See the forest through the eyes of the Dja Dja Wurrung people, alluvial gold diggers and quartz reef miners.