Gold Nugget Tourist Park
Gold Nugget Tourist Park (Bendigo)
Gold Nugget Tourist Park, located in Epsom, just north of Bendigo, is a highly-rated, family-owned and operated park widely recognised as one of Victoria's premier tourist parks. Offering a peaceful, bushland-like setting while being conveniently close to Bendigo's city centre, it's an ideal base for exploring the region's rich gold rush history, vibrant arts scene, and natural attractions. The park prides itself on its clean, modern facilities and a wide array of activities designed to keep guests of all ages entertained.
Facilities:
Gold Nugget Tourist Park boasts an impressive range of facilities for a comfortable and enjoyable stay:
- Accommodation: A wide variety of self-contained cabins and units (Budget, Deluxe, Holiday Cubes, Poolside Executive Family Units, some pet-friendly options).
- Powered Sites: Shady, spacious, and often drive-through, with 15 amp power, water, and sullage. Many are "all-weather" with full or half slabs.
- Powered Tent Sites: Shady and well-grassed with power, water, and sullage.
- Ensuite Powered Sites: Available for added convenience.
- Swimming Pool: 10m x 4.5m with a depth from 1m to 2m.
- Giant Jumping Pillow: Victoria's largest, providing over 220 square metres of fun.
- Mini Golf: 9-hole course, free for guests.
- Tennis Court: Fully enclosed, free for guests (rackets and balls available from office).
- Basketball Court
- Outdoor Chess
- Playgrounds: Two fully equipped playgrounds.
- Camp Kitchens: Fully equipped with oven, cooktop, fridge, freezer, microwave, sinks, dining tables, heating, and TV.
- BBQ Facilities: Outdoor gas BBQs and picnic facilities.
- Modern Amenities Blocks: Air-conditioned/heated, spotlessly clean, including accessible facilities.
- Modern Laundry: With coin-operated washing machines, dryers, iron, and ironing board.
- Free Wireless Internet (Wi-Fi): Available throughout the park (NBN).
- Kiosk/Small Shop
- Dump Point
- Pedal Kart Hire
- Lawn Bowls & Bocce
- Function Centre: Available for meetings, family reunions, caravan clubs, etc., with a full kitchen and audio-visual equipment.
- Pet Friendly: On sites, with a dedicated dog wash area (at manager's discretion – please check before booking). Pets are generally not permitted in cabins.
- Tour Desk: For information on local attractions.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby (Bendigo):
Gold Nugget Tourist Park is an excellent base for exploring Bendigo's many attractions:
- Bendigo CBD: Approximately 10-15 minutes' drive, offering:
- Bendigo Art Gallery: Internationally renowned.
- Golden Dragon Museum: Celebrating Chinese heritage.
- Central Deborah Gold Mine: Go underground and experience the gold rush.
- Bendigo Talking Tram: A heritage tram tour of the city.
- Sacred Heart Cathedral: A magnificent architectural landmark.
- Capital and Ulumbarra Theatres: For cultural performances.
- Rosalind Park: Beautiful gardens with the Poppet Head lookout.
- Lake Weeroona: Approximately 10-15 minutes' drive, popular for walking, cycling, and picnics.
- Great Stupa of Universal Compassion: Approximately 15 minutes' drive, a remarkable Buddhist monument.
- Bendigo Pottery: Approximately 5-10 minutes' drive, Australia's oldest working pottery.
- Various Walking and Cycling Trails: Throughout the surrounding areas and national parks.
- Local Wineries and Food Producers: The Bendigo region is known for its culinary delights.
- Greater Bendigo National Park: Offers opportunities for bushwalking and nature exploration.