Happy Jacks Recreation Reserve
Happy Jacks Recreation Reserve is a spacious and free camping and day use area situated beside Bullock Creek in a bushland setting near Lockwood South, Victoria. It offers a relaxed natural environment for visitors.<
The reserve features a large, lightly treed area along the creek suitable for camping with tents, caravans, and motorhomes. There is also a separate day use area. It's described as a bushland setting and can be muddy when wet. The reserve is pet-friendly and offers plenty of shade, though visitors should be mindful of falling tree branches.
Facilities: The facilities at Happy Jacks Recreation Reserve are located in the day use area, a short walk from the camping area. These include:
- Toilets
- Small playground
- Barbecue facilities (free electric barbecue available in the picnic area)
- Undercover picnic tables
- Unshaded picnic tables
- Rubbish bins
- Sports oval
- Batting cage
- Seasonal creek
It is recommended that campers bring their own camp chairs, tables, and sufficient water and food supplies.
Distance to Tourist Spots Nearby: Happy Jacks Recreation Reserve is located near Bendigo, offering access to the attractions of the Greater Bendigo Region. Here are some nearby locations and estimated distances:
- Bendigo: Approximately 15-20 minutes drive (around 17-20 km) away. Bendigo offers a range of tourist attractions including its लागola history, art gallery, and gardens.
- Other nearby towns and reserves: The search results indicate proximity to other areas like Lockwood South. While specific tourist "spots" with precise distances were not extensively detailed, the reserve's location provides a base for exploring the wider Goldfields region known for its historical and natural attractions.
Please note that travel times can vary depending on traffic and specific routes taken.
Entrance to the Happy Jacks Recreation Reserve
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