Walhalla Historic Area
Highlights
- Explore the remnants of a gold rush community nestled in the picturesque valley of Stringers Creek.
- Wander the scenic trails of Walhalla, the starting point of the 650 km Australian Alps Walking Track.
- Discover the dense forests of the Baws Baws while enjoying a picnic in this historic township.
- Experience the rich history of Walhalla, where over 4000 people thrived in a challenging environment.
Walhalla, a rich gold producer for 50 years, is a remote and picturesque mountain township. It is hard to imagine a more difficult site for a town than the steep, narrow valley of Stringers Creek as it winds down through the dense forests of the Baws Baws. Yet in its heyday, between 1880 and 1895, more than 4000 people lived there.
The town is the start of the 650 km Australian Alps Walking Track to the ACT. But most people come to discover the remnants of a community that defied a forbidding environment in its quest for gold. The best way to see the town is on foot.
Before you go
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