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Dogs allowed
No booking required
No fees payable
Mountain biking
Historical interest
Suitable for 2WD vehicles

There is no rubbish collection at this site, so please take your rubbish with you when you leave.

Suitable for

Family friendly

Facilities available

About this picnic area

Whether you're looking for a picnic spot in the forest or you're an enthusiastic mountain biker, this location hits the spot. Conveniently located on Dolton's Road just near Castlemaine and situated in the Goldfields, it offers convenient access to some of the best mountain biking in the area.

The site has modern amenities, including an all-abilities toilet and gas and wood fire BBQ facilities. Relax under the shade of old growth pine trees in beautiful Box-Ironbark country and learn more about the culture of the area thanks to impressive signage, designed and produced by the Djaara First Nations People.

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Investing in nature

Walmer State Forest Recreation Area was upgraded in 2023 thanks to Victoria’s Great Outdoors.

Victoria’s Great Outdoors is boosting regional tourism and making it easier to enjoy nature by investing $106.6 million in better walking trails, campgrounds, 4WD tracks and visitor facilities.

Page last updated: 06/11/23