Crusoe Reservoir
Picturesque Crusoe Reservoir on the Melbourne side of Bendigo is currently at its peak. This popular bush-lined setting consists of two reservoirs constructed in the goldrush days, set in a 210 hectare recreational area of pleasant Box-Ironbark forest, with plenty of flora and fauna to discover.
Things to Do at Crusoe Reservoir:
- Walking tracks
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Boating – non-powered
- Fishing – including Murray Cod, Yellowbelly, Redfin and Tench
- Flora and fauna discovery
- Historical areas
Crusoe Reservoir Facilities:
- Picnic areas
- Toilets
- Disabled toilets and parking
- Pedestrian and Bike Access available 24 hours a day 7 days a week
- Crusoe Carpark open 24 hours a day 7 days a week
- Number 7 Carpark open 8am to sunset.
For more information visit:
www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Leisure_and_Entertainment/Parks_gardens_and_reserves/Crusoe_Reservoir_and_No_7_park
Getting There
Crusoe Reservoir is on the outskirts of Kangaroo Flat, an outer suburb of Bendigo.
Directions from the Calder Highway, Kangaroo Flat:
Facing Melbourne, turn right into Crusoe Road off the Calder Highway between Centro Lansell Plaza and Kangaroo Flat McDonalds. Follow this around to the reservoir.
