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Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park (Chewton)

Chewton, Victoria

Walk gold diggings, Chinese camp ruins and old water races.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

A park of former goldfields with signed trails and remnant mine workings near Chewton. Pick up a map at a local info centre.

Good to know

  • Pick up a map before heading in
  • Stay on tracks near old shafts
Best time
Cool months
Getting there
Mix of sealed and gravel
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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