Herons Reef (Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park)

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Herons Reef (Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park)

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Herons Reef (Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park)

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Management vehicle only
  • No camping
  • No dogs allowed

Warnings

  • Terrain hazards
    • Mineshaft
  • Other warnings
    • Trees may fall take care
    • Limbs may fall take care

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Loop track closed due to Phytophthora outbreak

Loop access will have limited vehicle access to reduced the risk of spread of phytophthora cinnamomi pathogen. 

Planned burning - Moonlight Flat

Planned burning operations are scheduled in the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park which will result in part of the park being closed from the time the burn is approved for ignition until the area is declared safe. 
 
Burn name: LM-MGF-CAS-0888_Moonlight Flat - The Folly Tk
 
Burn name:               LM-MGF-CAS-0888 – Moonlight Flat – The Folly Tk Size: 98.63 ha Location: 0.5 km E of Moonlight Flat    
Scheduled date:       Monday 12 May – Monday 19 May, subject to favourable weather conditions.
 
For more information

Attachments: LM-MGF-CAS-0888_Moonlight Flat - The Folly Tk_Neighbour_Autumn 2025 (463KB)

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