Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve

Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve


Mount Beckworth towers above the surrounding countryside as you drive towards Clunes and can't be missed.


As long as you are physically able it makes perfect sense to visit Mount Beckworth on any visit to Clunes if you have managed to drive this far already (assuming you are coming from Melbourne).


Mount Beckworth

Mount Beckworth Scenic reserve is approximately 8km from Clunes with the summit of Mount Beckworth reaching 634 metres that provides incredible views of the surrounding countryside. Lookout for the Lollipop Tree at the summit.


There are two main walks at Mount Beckworth.

  • The so-called "Dam to the Oval" or red walk
  • The "Oval to The Summit" or blue trail walk.
Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve

The Dam to the Oval walk (RED trail): This walk is 1.7km long and takes about 30 minutes to complete. From The Dam picnic area and car park follow the red trail to the Oval and enjoy the great views of the surrounding area.


Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve

Oval to the Summit walk (BLUE trail): Follow the signage past The Oval to the summit of Mount Beckworth. From the summit enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. The walk distance is 3.3km and takes approximately 2 hours to complete.



Map: The following map is from the pdf "Walks & Rides - Clunes-Creswick-Daylesford-Trentham" produced by Hepburn Shire Council, 1st edition July 2016.


Disclaimer: Use at your own discretion noting that the information maybe out of date.


Clunes Museum
Map Image: Walks & Rides - Clunes-Creswick-Daylesford-Trentham" produced by Hepburn Shire Council.

Cork Oaks Camping Ground

Cork Oaks camping ground is 17 minutes drive from Clunes and importantly has a public toilet. Cork Oaks Campground is one of three campgrounds within the Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve with the other two being the Manna Gums and The Dam.


FREE camping ground: Cork Oaks Camping Ground is located among the rugged peaks, bushland, and stunning vistas of Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve.


Cork Oaks also happens to be a FREE camp ground and includes a picnic area. As such it’s an ideal spot to set up camp and discover the natural beauty and historical charm of Mount Beckworth.


Directions to Cork Oaks Camping Ground




Location

From Clunes Town Centre: The Dam picnic area at Mount Beckworth Scenic reserve is approximately 12 minutes drive from Clunes Town Centre.



From Creswick: The Dam picnic area at Mount Beckworth Scenic reserve is approximately 24 minute drive from Creswick.


If you are coming from Melbourne or Creswick you may wish to go to Mount Beckworth Scenic reserve first before driving onto Clunes itself.



In A Nutshell

Overall, it is definitely worth visiting Mount Beckworth Scenic Reserve especially if you've made all the effort to visit from Melbourne. Mount Beckworth is the prominant landscape feature as you drive towards Clunes (you can't miss it) so it makes sense to visit here to enjoy the amazing views of the surrounding countryside.


Also, Clunes itself is so small that you really need to enjoy everything that the region has to offer especially if you've made a special trip to visit here.


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