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Ladysmith Track
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This track loops around what was the Ladysmith gold claim on the opposite side of the Clutha River to Roxburgh. This is an easy 1 hour, 3 km track that winds in and out of the sluicings, through the pine trees, and alongside the river. Hand stacked tailings, sluicing ponds, dredge tailings and dwelling remains are to be seen and in the river are the remains of the Jubilee dredge.
The start of the track is 500 meters along Ladysmith Road, accessed from the Roxburgh Bridge. Turn left over the bridge and drive 2.6 km to Ladysmith Road. This is a popular walking and mountain bike area and there are a number of bike trails bisecting the main track. It is marked with orange track markers and follow around anti-clockwise for the best views. This area is private land but by an agreement with the owners, free access is available for walkers and mountain bikers. As it is a forest area, smoking is prohibited, as well as hunting, shooting, or fires. Dogs are allowed on a leash.
There are interpretation panels at various points including a good direction map at the start of the track. This is a great forest walk at any time but in the heat of summer a pleasant place to enjoy a shady stroll. The river is followed for some distance so care should be taken with children. There is a wonderful swimming spot at Bunny Cove. Roxburgh is just over the river so you are handy for refreshments, etc., when the walk is complete. |
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