Exploring & Touring
Abseiling, gold-panning and exploring
The ruggedness of the area means there are many challenging locations for abseiling and exploring. Gold and gems may still be found in some of our streams, so try your luck at panning. You’ll need a Miners Right which is available at the Visitor Information Centre.
Beechworth's Heritage Gardens
Beechworth’s Heritage gardens are famous for their plantings, colour and history. Many are in walking distance of town. Seasonal tours are sometimes available.
Bushwalking
Extensive tracks have been created in and around Beechworth to cater for those seeking a short stroll or an all day adventure. View old goldfields, wild orchids and unusual geological formations.
Fletchers Dam
Another popular picnic, fishing and swimming hole, a great day out for the whole family to enjoy.
4WD - Off Road Driving & Trail Bike Riding
Explore the area where old mining sites, abandoned villages and beautiful forests can be discovered along the way. The track varieties are enormous, with plenty of challenges from beginners to experienced.
Gorge Walking Tracks
Here you will find scenic views of the northern section of Beechworth and you may see a rare orchid or wallaby at the same time. Take in the views of Fiddes Quarry, the Precipice, the Cascades and One Tree Hill.
Walk to Lake Kerferd
From Beechworth it is a great 5 km bush walk to Lake Kerferd, which provides Beechworth's water. It is also a popular fishing and picnic area.
Lake Sambell
Beechworth’s pretty ‘man-made’ lake and popular recreational family spot offers barbeque and playground facilities, fishing, swimming and a Bocchi court. This impressive re-development is on a major gold mine site where hydraulic sluicing severely impacted on the environment and landscape. This area has been attractively rejuvenated into a beautiful lake in the heart of Beechworth. The Chinese Gardens, guarded by a pair of Chinese Lions at the entrance to Rocky Mountain Tunnel (not open to the Public) add interest to this area.
Mountain Bike Riding
The region is suited to mountain bike riding and the local Beechworth Chain Gang cyclists group welcomes residents and visitors to join them on their regular bike rides. See Useful Websites. The Beechworth Mountain Bike Park is only 2 km from the Centre of town.
Mt. Pilot Summit
Panoramic views after a steep climb to the top. Also a picnic area and walking tracks.
Mt Stanley 1046m
Here you will find great views of the area. The approach is via a dry weather road only.
Murmungee Lookout
Excellent views and picnic area. Difficult in wet weather to approach.
Newtown Falls & Bridge
Spanning Spring Creek, Scottish masons constructed the bridge in 1875. Immediately upstream from the bridge is the site of the first gold discovery in Beechworth.
Town Tours
Enquire at the Beechworth Visitor Information Centre on current schedules.
Sports Facilities
If staying around town try the sports facilities including; tennis, squash, gym, swimming in the town pool (Nov. - Mar.) golf, bike-hire, bowls and many more.
Woolshed Falls
This area offers many picnic spots and swimming holes, however care is needed around the thundering falls.
More Information?
Beechworth's Visitor Information Centre can provide full details and brochures on all activities. visit_beechworth@indigoshire.com.au