Bendigo - Crusoe Reservoir
Crusoe Reservoir is a popular destination for cycling, walking, jogging, swimming, kayaking and fishing.
The reservoir is surrounded by the Greater Bendigo National Park and is known for its beautiful landscape, indigenous vegetation, rich cultural heritage and recreational opportunities.
Facilities include wide shared paths, toilets, tables, seating and parking.
Crusoe Reservoir and No. 7 Reservoir and Park Map
Walking
The track around Crusoe Reservoir is 3.3km and there is a 1.7km link track to the No. 7 Reservoir. There are an enormous number of bench seats along the walking track and plenty of colour in Spring. The gravel track is wide and in good condition which means it can be used by walkers, cyclists, prams and wheelchairs.
Beside the track is a bird hide made from a log wall. Keep an eye out for a variety of water birds.
Swimming
There are excellent facilities for swimming with a jetty along the shoreline with a ladder and a pontoon with ladder further out in the water. Please note that swimming is not permitted along part of the dam wall due to a dangerous undercurrent and submerged rock. There is signage to indicate where swimming is not allowed. There is no lifeguard on duty here.
Fishing
Crusoe Reservoir is a pleasant place for fishing, either along the dam wall or from the shoreline. The reservoir has Murray Cod, Yellowbelly, Redfin and Tench.
Boating
Suitable for small scale sailing. Non-powered boats such as sailboats, canoes and kayaks are permitted here. There is a concrete boat ramp.
Opening Hours:
Crusoe Reservoir is open 24 hours, 7 days a week for pedestrian and bike access.
Access for Dogs:
Dogs are not permitted at Crusoe Reservoir.
Restrictions:
In addition to no dogs, camping, R.C boating, power boating, fires and motorcycles are prohibited.
How to Get There:
Crusoe Reservoir is accessed from a carpark along Crusoe Road, west of Furness Street.
Location
Crusoe Road, Kangaroo Flat 3555 Map
Web Links
→ Friends of Crusoe Reservoir and Number 7 Park on Facebook
