Creswick Regional Park

Things to Do


St Georges Lake
Popular with visitors and wildlife, St Georges Lake was once a mining dam used to supply water to the Creswick State Battery for crushing quartz. Today it is a popular summer base for water activities. There are free gas barbecues and toilets are provided in the main picnic area and wood barbecues in another picnic area east of the main area on the inlet creek.


Slaty Creek
Close to the township of Creswick, Slaty Creek is a great place to enjoy a bush picnic. Panning for gold along the meandering creek or taking a stroll beside old water races are two popular activities. There are three camping areas with wood barbecues and tables on the creek flats surrounded by tall Manna Gums. The main area has toilets and is more suitable for larger groups.


Koala Park
Koala Park has a network of walking tracks for visitors and there`s a good chance of spotting a Koala, although you are more likely to see one at Slaty Creek or Eaton`s Dam. In 1942, forestry students constructed a netting fence in a section of the forest to be used as a breeding area for Koalas. However, they were able to climb the fence and so dispersed into the surrounding forest.


Mountain Biking
Mountain bikes are a great way to see the park. Bicycles are not permitted on walking tracks (which are signposted) however many other tracks are available for mountain bikes.


Fossicking
Panning for gold along Slaty Creek is a popular pastime in the park. All adults must hold a current Miner`s Right to engage in fossicking. Remember to fill any holes and leave the area as you found it. Relics must not be disturbed or removed.

 

Category: National Parks and Reserves