Historic Water Race walking track

Where

Mullion Range State Conservation Area in Country NSW

Distance

2.6km loop

Time suggested

1hr - 1hr 30min

Grade

Grade 4

Please note

• It’s a good idea to put sunscreen on before you set out and remember to take a hat and drinking water
• Remember to take your binoculars if you want to birdwatch
• There is limited/no mobile reception in this park
• The return section of the walking track along Summer Hill Creek back to the Fourth Crossing Picnic Area sometime floods, so you may need to navigate your own path.

Historic Water Race walking track is a living legacy of Australia’s early and intriguing gold mining history. Intrepid gold miners made the track by hand in the 1860s, and today you can still see how water was captured and directed from Summer Hill Creek down to the mining areas. See the precision of construction; the miners painstakingly hand-cut rocks in order to create accurate contour levels.

When you’re not experiencing this gold mining heritage, cool off with a swim, or go fishing in the creek. Summer Hill Creek also offers some spectacular scenic views. Because you’ll be starting and finishing this track at Fourth Crossing picnic area, you can enjoy a picnic before or after your journey of discovery.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info