GOLDFIELD, CRESWICK

In & Around Creswick

Creswick Heritage Walk

The Creswick Heritage Walk links a number of the best natural and cultural heritage features of Creswick, many of which until now you could only separately access and then by car, such as the heritage-listed La Gerche walking trail.

St Georges Lake

Take some time to slow down and connect with the lake's surrounds; stroll around the lake, listen to the chatter of birdlife around you, smell the leaves of the forest, look for spring wildflowers - simply relax.

Discover the hidden gem of Creswick, Victoria – a captivating blend of rich history, natural beauty, and country charm. Originally inhabited by the Indigenous Dja Dja Wurrung people, Creswick grew rapidly during the gold rush years and later became the birthplace of reforestation and home to the school of forestry in Victoria.

Get a glimpse of the town's rich history on a stroll past the old Masonic Lodge, State Savings Bank, Creswick Library, and Post Office. For a closer look, spend a few quiet hours delving into the local folklore at the Creswick Museum.

Just a short drive from the mineral springs of Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, Creswick is the perfect destination for a relaxing weekend getaway or an adventurous holiday. Come and experience the magic of Creswick – where history, nature, and community come together to create an unforgettable destination."

ArtHouse at RACV

ArtHouse is a multipurpose building for exhibitions, workshops, and artist residencies. This space provides unique opportunities for visitors and the local community to engage with art.

Creswick Woollen Mills

Visit Creswick Woollen Mills and enjoy a cup of coffee on arrival at the Mill café, before experiencing ‘A Very Fine Yarn’, the interactive exhibition that showcases the journey of natural fibres and the history of the Mill.

Creswick Regional Park

Centrally located between Ballarat and Daylesford, this park is home to a variety of native wildlife and colourful spring wildflowers.

Sovereign Hill

Sovereign Hill is a living museum presenting the story of Ballarat as a gold rush boomtown. Gold was discovered here in 1851, triggering the greatest alluvial gold rush the world has ever known.