Blackwood Crown Reserves Committee of Management Inc. has responsibility to manage, improve, maintain & control 7 sites in Blackwood. These are:

1. Blackwood Cricket & Recreation Reserve - sport,public recreation, picnicking & toilet facilities;


2. Blackwood Mechanics Institute Reserve - public hall & amenities & (registered but inactive) kindergarten;


3. Blackwood Mineral Springs & Tourist Park - mineral springs, caravan park & camping, river walks, picnicking & toilet facilities;


4. Blackwood Public Park & Recreation Reserve - includes Tennis Courts & the Old Bowling Green, bushwalking;


5. Blackwood Swimming Pool Reserve including the Swimming Hole - recreation, conservation, observation, bushwalking & picnicking;


6. Jack Cann Reserve - conservation, observation & bushwalking, and


7. Povey’s Road Reserve - observation & bushwalking.

Below the updates are maps of the areas Crown Reserves looks after, click on each for a larger view.

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Escape to a Timeless Bush Retreat

Step back in time and embrace a tranquil bush escape, far from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Reconnect with family and nature in a place where simplicity meets serenity.

Unwind, Explore, and Rejuvenate

Whether you're gathering around a cozy campfire or venturing out to explore, our park offers the perfect setting to relax, refresh, and recharge—just an hour from Melbourne.

Old-School Charm, Pet-Friendly, and Teeming with Wildlife

Enjoy the charm of yesteryear with modern comforts. Our pet-friendly park welcomes you and your furry friends to a world of natural beauty, with abundant wildlife and a gently flowing river.

Power, Water, and Comfort

Choose from powered and unpowered sites or stay in one of our onsite accommodations, all set within a stunning bush landscape. After a day of adventure, refresh yourself with a hot shower and proper flushing toilets. Laundry facilities with coin-operated washers and dryers are available too.

Play, Splash, and Explore

Watch your kids discover the wonders of the cross-age playground or cool off in our gorgeous swimming holes, located right here in the park.

Cook, Dine, and Savor

Whip up a meal with fresh produce using our kitchen facilities, including a fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, electric hotplates, and grill. Fire up the coin-operated BBQs and enjoy your meal at the communal camp dining table, sharing stories with old friends and new.

Relax, Gather, and Share

Gather around the communal campfires for stories and songs under the stars. Unwind with a drink, or cozy up with a good book or board game in our charming old timber camp hut.

Pets, Wildlife, and Conservation

Your pets will enjoy their stay as much as you do, as long as they're on leads and you're diligent about cleaning up after them. Meanwhile, respect and protect our incredible wildlife—keep an eye out for wombats, kangaroos, gliders, possums, koalas, and vibrant birdlife.

Available Onsite

• Washing powder


• Bagged firewood


• Bagged ice

Complimentary Delights

• Exceptional customer service


• Access to the Mineral Springs


• Refreshing and unique mineral spring water


• Local tourist information


• Wildlife and bird watching


• Bushwalks, running tracks, and bike trails


• Endless forest exploration