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Montreal Goldfield Tour
Highlights
- Meander through lush tree ferns and bloodwood forests, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the Montreal Goldfield.
- Explore 450 metres of accessible boardwalks, ensuring everyone can enjoy the rich history and mystery of the area.
- Join a guided tour to uncover fascinating anecdotes and stories from times gone by, enhancing your experience of the goldfield.
- Relax in family-friendly surroundings with facilities like carparks and public toilets, making your visit comfortable and enjoyable.
Two hectares of the old goldfield have been wonderfully preserved and made safe for public access. There is approximately 450 metres of boardwalks and compacted pathways, which are mostly wheelchair accessible. Meander through the beautiful tree ferns and established bloodwood forest.
Admission is by guided tour only, to satisfy insurance requirements and so the guides can tell the Montreal story: A story of history, mystery and fascinating anecdotes of times gone by.
For further information contact the Bermagui Visitor Information Centre.
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Historic goldfield
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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Montreal Goldfield Tour
Montreal Goldfield just north of Bermagui is an amazingly intact example of alluvial diggings from the 1880s and the only goldfield in Australia that goes into the sea. A guided tour through the goldfield is a unique experience for all ages.
Access to the site is via guided tour only which operate Thursday to Sunday commencing at 2pm (latecomers cannot join tour). Bookings are only required for groups of 10 or more.
Trained local historians reveal the mysteries and anecdotes of times gone by as you follow boardwalks and compacted paths through the beautiful native forest of tree ferns, eucalypts and orchids, inhabited by sugar gliders, lizards and diverse bird life. It is peaceful and relaxing, a far cry from the gold rush era’s chaotic days. Old mine shafts are fenced off or covered so you can look down at them in safety. A browse through the Heritage Centre highlights the intriguing stories told by the guides.
The tour is about 450 metres walking distance, mostly wheelchair accessible, and takes approximately 1¼ hours. Toilet facilities and drinks are available. Dogs are welcome – must be on a lead and under the owner’s control at all times.
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