Gold rush history
Gold discoveries at Walhalla, Omeo and in the scattered settlements near Dargo in Central Gippsland resulted in a steady flow of prospectors to the region during the 1860s and 1880s. You can explore the golden heritage of Walhalla by scenic railway, on foot through the town's restored boom-time architecture, or by visiting Victoria's most profitable gold mine, the Long Tunnel Mine. At Omeo you'll find a pioneer's hut, built in 1868, on display in the historical park alongside the original courthouse, blacksmith's shop stables and water wheel.
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A rich gold producer for 50 years and a picturesque mountain township. Walhalla is set on the steep, narrow valley of Stringers Creek and housed more than 400 people in the gold rush.
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Wind your way through the spectacular Stringers Creek gorge from Thomson Station to the township of Walhalla on a unique narrow gauge train.
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Omeo is a pioneering mountain town on the Great Alpine Road that is known for its gold mining history, high country cattle grazing and historic buildings.
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Although a minor gold rush was experienced in the mid 1800s, Dargo was a resting place and later a supply town for miners on their way to the Grant, Talbotville and Crooked River goldfields nearby.
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