Crusoe Reservoir is a local favourite for swimming, fishing, kayaking, bushwalking and photography. Surrounded by bushland views and scenic walking tracks, this is a beautiful spot for recreation and relaxation.
Swimming at Crusoe Reservoir
Crusoe Reservoir is the best swimming spot in Bendigo, with a wooden platform on the shoreline and an island pontoon further out in the water. The pontoon features a large platform and two ladders, providing plenty of space for a group of people and creating a great opportunity for diving.
Visitors must note that swimming is not permitted along the dam wall due to a dangerous undercurrent and submerged rock. The section where swimming is not allowed is marked with a sign.
Fishing at Crusoe Reservoir
Crusoe Reservoir is a great place for fishing and contains tench, redfin, yellowbelly and murray cod. There's plenty of space along the dam wall and around the shore to set up a camp chair and settle in for an afternoon of fishing.
Boating at Crusoe Reservoir
Non-powered boats such as sailboats, canoes and kayaks are permitted here.
Bushwalking at Crusoe Reservoir
Visitors can take a 3.3 km scenic circuit walk around Crusoe Reservoir, enjoying a mixture of bushland and water views. This gravel track is wide and well formed, accessible by walkers, cyclists, prams and wheelchairs.
You can also walk across to the nearby No 7 Reservoir via a 1.7 km walking track which connects the two areas.
Visitor facilities at Crusoe Reservoir
- Toilet block
- Rubbish and recycle bins
- Information board
- Bench seating along the walking track
Conditions of entry
- No prospecting
- No camping
- No R.C. boating
- No power boating
- No fires
- No motorcycles
- No littering
- No dogs
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