This basic free camping area sits alongside Rush Dam in the Greater Bendigo National Park, featuring a single picnic table and wood fire barbecue. There are lots of clear areas around this spot to set up camp, and the area is popular for gold prospecting. The interesting remains of a
gold puddling machine lies directly beside the picnic area. The puddler still has its central post present, making this an excellent example of its kind.
The small dam is pretty when full of water and makes a great area for bushwalking, but it may dry up through late summer.
Gold prospecting around Rush Dam
Gold prospecting is permitted throughout most of the Greater Bendigo National Park, including the area around Rush Dam. Take a look at this
prospecting map from Parks Victoria to see which parts of the National Park are okay for prospecting.
Always be wary of where you are walking while prospecting in the Greater Bendigo National Park as there are deep open mine shafts throughout the area.
Local gold prospecting shops, tours and training
BBQ
Kamarooka
