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Beechworth is one of Australia's best-preserved gold-rush era towns, located in the north-east of Victoria. Originally used for grazing by the settler David Reid, the area was known as Mayday Hills until 1853, when it was renamed Beechworth. From bountiful harvests and locally foraged ingredients, to craft beer brewed in the centre of town, to internationally renowned local wines, Beechworth boasts a vibrant local food scene. Be sure to immerse yourself in history and culture by taking a walk along the paths that paved the gold rush area of the 1950s, or visit the gaol that hosted infamous bushranger Ned Kelly.Those visiting Beechworth can find short and long-term parking at Lake Sambell Caravan Park, Peach Drive. Sites are $15 per person per night (reviewed annually) and stays are unlimited. Vehicles must be fully self-contained and displaying the CMCA self-contained sticker. Lake Sambell Caravan Park also offers a free dump point to CMCA members, or a small fee of $5 applies for use by non-members. Potable water can also be obtained at the park for a small fee.Beechworth is a great place to visit, especially for RV travellers. Get a taste of what's cooking in the acclaimed food and wine district that is set amid the stunning historical architecture. Be sure to take a leisurely stroll through the picturesque township, filled with stunning scenery and quaint boutiques. Autumn is a prime time to visit as the town is captivating, with trees exploding with colour of rich red and vibrant oranges.Tourist/Visitor Centre       103 Ford St, Beechworth VICPH: 03 5728 8065 or 1300 366321info@explorebeechworth.com.auwww.explorebeechworth.com.auCasual Parking       Williams St; Loch StShort & Long Term Parking        Lake Sambell Caravan Park, Peach Drv, Ph: 03 5728 1421, permit fees $15.00 pppn, (unlimited), fees will be reviewed annually. Vehicles must be fully self-contained and displaying a CMCA LNT sticker.Dump Point  Lake Sambell Caravan Park, free for CMCA Members, $5 charge for non-members. Please report to reception and make yourself known as a CMCA member for assistance to find the dump point.Potable Water          Lake Sambell Caravan Park, small fee may applyHospital        Sydney Rd, Ph: 03 5728 0200 or 03 5728 0255Doctors Surgery     39 Camp St, Ph: 03 5728 1566Pharmacy     80 Ford St, Ph: 03 5724 1094Supermarket            Beechworth Supermarket,18 Loch St, Ph: 03 5728 1253; IGA, 24 Loch St, Ph: 03 5728 1055

Mole Creek Hotel is located in the heart of the village of Mole Creek, set on approximately two acres of gardens and lawns, including a magnificent English magnolia tree planted in 1915 by the Lee family. The lovely creek, which runs through the property, has platypus, trout and eels in residence.The Hotel is located at the foot of the Great Western Tiers and offers a terrific ‘stop’ for travellers moving through what may eventually be termed the ‘NW Tiger Trail’. Unpowered sites are available free of charge as well as powered sites  at a cost of $10 per vehicle per night - no parking permits are required.  Is the Tiger gone forever? Read the stories, talk to the locals and decide for yourself.Cost: Unpowered nil charge, powered $10pvpnParking: 72hrs, no pets

Thargomindah is filled with wide tree lined streets and beautifully designed median strips. The town has plenty of historic buildings to admire including the old hospital, old gaol and more. Thargomindah is used largely for sheep and cattle grazing, with oil and gas exploration and mining in the Jackson Oil Field. Travellers visiting town can make the most of its excellent RV facilities. Parking is available for self-contained vehicles for a negotiated length of time at Bulloo Riverside Free Camp. There is no cost to stay at this site, and bins and barbecues are available for use. The town’s dump point and potable water is located at Thargomindah Roadhouse, on the corner of Frew and Stafford Streets. The shire holds some fantastic annual events including the Shearers Shindig, Music Muster, Thargomindah Motorbike Sports and Enduro and more! Visitors are encouraged to pass through during one of these events to really see what this small town is all about. When visiting Thargomindah, visitors can enjoy a scenic river walk by bicycle, Segway or foot. Tourist/Visitor Information Centre        Thargomindah Visitor Information Centre37 Dowling St, ThargomindahPh: 07 4621 8095www.explorebulloo.com.auCasual Parking (near retail centre)       Both sides of Dowling StShort & Long Term Parking        Bulloo Riverside Free campingCunnamulla RdSelf-contained vehicles only, nil charge, negotiable stay limit, bins, BBQ, pets welcome on lead.Dump Point  Stafford St, ThargomindahLat: -27.98978Long: 143.81962Potable Water          Thargomindah RoadhouseCnr Frew & Stafford StsHospital        Nearest hospital is at CunnamullaDoctors Surgery     88 Dowling St – Ph: 07 4655 3361Dentist           Nearest dentist is at CunnamullaPharmacy     Nearest pharmacy is at CunnamullaSupermarket            54 Dowling St – Ph: 07 4655 3232