Bendigo - Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park



Bendigo - Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park

Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Park is a popular destination for cycling, walking, jogging and fishing.

The 210 hectare area is surrounded by the Greater Bendigo National Park and is known for its beautiful landscape, indigenous vegetation, rich cultural heritage and recreational opportunities.

Facilities include wide shared paths, accessible toilets, tables and seating and parking.

For jogging and cycling there are a series of measured jogging and cycling tracks which are sign-posted and colour-coded.
  • The track around Crusoe Reservoir is 3.3kms
  • The track around No. 7 Reservoir is 1.4kms
  • The link track between the two is 1.4kms

    For fishing and water play, the Crusoe Reservoir can be used for:
  • Swimming (During January, VICSWIM operates at Crusoe Reservoir)
  • Canoeing
  • Small scale sailing
  • Fishing (Murray Cod, Yellowbelly, Redfin and Tench)

    The No. 7 Reservoir is an established conservation area and cannot be used for fishing. This reservoir is home to many species of flora and fauna including the Freshwater Catfish, which in Victoria has been classified as a vulnerable species.

    The site has a Puddler, the remains of a horse driven rotary machine used to break up clay that contains gold in early gold mining days.

    Opening Hours:


    Crusoe Reservoir opens 24 hours, 7 days a week for pedestrian and bike access. Number 7 car park is open between 8:00 am and sunset.

    Access for Dogs:


    Dogs are not permitted in Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 park.


    Location


    Crusoe Road,  Kangaroo Flat 3555 Map


    Web Links


    Friends of Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park on Facebook


    Bendigo - Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 ParkCrusoe Road,, Kangaroo Flat, Victoria, 3555