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Shadbolt Picnic Area

Woodvale, VIC
Rest AreaNo PetsCaravansBBQTent SiteToiletsFire Place

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About this rest area

Shadbolt Picnic Area is situated in the captivating Greater Bendigo National Park, offering visitors a serene setting for a day out. The picnic area is well equipped with tables, fireplaces, and restroom facilities. Several enticing walking trails lead from the picnic area, offering the chance to discover the park's natural beauty and rich birdlife, boasting one of Australia's largest songbird populations. Please note that pets are not allowed, and parking for larger vehicles like caravans is available at Notleys Camping Area, a short distance away. Be prepared for a delightful encounter with nature.

The Shadbolt Picnic Area serves as an entrancing gateway to the Greater Bendigo National Park's diverse trails and natural attractions. With facilities such as picnic tables, fireplaces, and a toilet, it's the perfect kick-start or end-point to any outdoor adventure. The numerous walking tracks stemming from Shadbolt present opportunities for exploration and immersion within Australia's captivating bushland. Among these, the path leading to the Old Tom Mine is a popular choice, turning a regular picnic into an intriguing history lesson. The park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, highlighting a unique blend of warm and cool climate bird species. With one of the most abundant songbird populations countrywide, it truly is a bird watcher's paradise. Please note, the park maintains a strict no-pet policy. Moreover, due to limited parking availability at Shadbolt, it's advisable for caravan owners to utilize the Notleys Camping Area situated merely 5km away. Turn your day trips into memorable adventures at the Shadbolt Picnic Area within the heart of Greater Bendigo National Park.

What this place offers

Amenities

Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Tent Site

Facilities

BBQ
Picnic Tables
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

fire places and a toilet
Pleasant day use picnic area
Bird Watching
National Park
Picnic tables
Some mobile phone coverage
Walking tracks
Fossicking Site
Walking
Photo Opportunity
Mobile Phone Coverage
Day Use Area
Day Rest Area
Unknown feature
Fire Place

Location

Shadbolt Picnic Areaβ€’Eaglehawk-Neilborough Road, Woodvale, VIC, 3556

Common questions about Shadbolt Picnic Area

What facilities does Shadbolt Picnic Area have?

Shadbolt Picnic Area has fire places and a toilet, pleasant day use picnic area, bird watching, national park, no pets and picnic tables. That is the short list; 21 facilities are recorded for this site in total. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Are dogs allowed at Shadbolt Picnic Area?

The record for Shadbolt Picnic Area lists "No Pets", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Shadbolt Picnic Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Shadbolt Picnic Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Shadbolt Picnic Area?

Shadbolt Picnic Area sits in Woodvale, VIC. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Shadbolt Picnic Area

Facilities recorded for Shadbolt Picnic Area
FacilityOn site
fire places and a toiletYes
Pleasant day use picnic areaYes
Bird WatchingYes
National ParkYes
No PetsYes
Picnic tablesYes
Some mobile phone coverageYes
Walking tracksYes
Fossicking SiteYes
WalkingYes
Photo OpportunityYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
Day Use AreaYes
CaravansYes
BBQYes
Picnic TablesYes
Tent SiteYes
Day Rest AreaYes
Yes
ShadeYes
ToiletsYes
Fire PlaceYes

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Eaglehawk-Neilborough Road

Woodvale, VIC 3556

Shadbolt Picnic Area