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Carriages Waterfront Retreat in Wharparilla is housed in two historic railway carriages that have been converted into accommodation. The carriage concept combines the vehicles’ historic form with a distinctive way to stay.

Wills Bend is in the Murray River Reserve near Wharparilla. Seasonal conditions can vary. If camping is an option for you, check these conditions before planning.

Designation in the proposed Murray River Park

In the proposed Murray River Park, the Wharparilla Reserve Day Visitor Area is designated for day visitors. Dogs must be kept on a leash; camping is prohibited. Visitors are also warned about falling branches or trees, strong currents and submerged hazards.

In the wider destination of Campaspe Shire

In Lockington, the Lockington & District Living Heritage Complex is a local history museum with historical exhibits from the district. These include a shearing shed, a blacksmith’s shop, a dairy shed, a historic classroom, a PMG hut and a Masonic lodge, as well as a restored tram, a pop-top caravan, locally built tractors and a steam car. The Port of Echuca offers a different focus: the river port recreation area includes the Discovery Centre, operated by Campaspe Shire Council, a museum and historic buildings. There are also displays of equipment, demonstrations and rides on authentic paddle steamers. The Rochester Sports Museum in Campaspe Shire also features memorabilia from recent sporting history, including items from Shane Warne and Adam Gilchrist.

Public art is also found in Campaspe Shire: Tongala has more than 30 murals in its central shopping area, where a tour of the award-winning street art is also offered. In Stanhope’s town centre, the Montevideo-Maru mural commemorates the victims of the largest maritime disaster in Australian history. The murals have different focuses: Tongala highlights street art, while Stanhope commemorates the victims of the largest maritime disaster in Australian history.

Trails and landscapes in Campaspe Shire

The 19 km Waranga Rail Trail connects Rushworth with Murchison and passes Waranga Basin, bushland and farmland. Shorter is the 5 km, family-friendly Girgarre-Stanhope Rail Trail, which connects Girgarre with Stanhope. Their length and scenery provide concrete points of comparison when choosing a destination for an outing.

Gargarro Botanic Garden showcases native plants and reflects the dry landscapes of the Campaspe region. Girgarre also has a sound walk in a park-like setting.

Another historic destination in Campaspe Shire is Whroo. The village was established in 1853 at the foot of Balaclava Hill after more than 20,000 ounces of gold were discovered there. Today, Whroo is a ghost town with walking trails and a picnic area.

Mount Hope Nature Conservation Reserve consists of seven small granite outcrops suitable for climbing and abseiling.

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