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Mountain Maid gold mine

Copeland Tops State Conservation Area

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Mountain Maid gold mine.

Getting there and parking

On entering Copeland Tops State Conservation Area, park in the carpark at the end of Copeland Road. The adjoining Hidden Treasure picnic area is the meeting place for the start of the tour.

Road quality

Sealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Mountain Maid gold mine. Bus parking is available. It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.

Best times to visit

There are lots of great things waiting for you in Copeland Tops State Conservation Area.

Spring

This season offers mild walking conditions as well as the chance to witness bird migration. For instance, the wompoo fruit-dove – Australia's largest fruit dove – migrates from lower elevations in winter to upland forests in the warmer months.

Summer

There's nothing like rainforest to keep you cool; it's always several degrees less beneath the protective canopy, so enjoy following the park's walking tracks and finding shady places to picnic during the hotter months. The park's raised elevation also contributes to these milder conditions.

Facilities

Drinking water is not available in this park, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.

Toilets

Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Gas/electric barbecues (free)

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

For safety reasons you can only access Mountain Maid gold mine and Hidden Treasure track through a guided tour. There are mine shafts in this area so it is important to remain on the marked tracks and trails at all times.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

River and lake safety

The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

Prohibited

Pets

Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Operated by

Gloucester office
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
02 6538 5300
npws.barringtontops@environment.nsw.gov.au
59 Church Street, Gloucester NSW 2422

Park info

in Copeland Tops State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
Copeland Tops State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.