The Ophir gold find, by John Lister and William Tom in 1851 was Australia's first and gave the early settlement of Orange a firm foundation.
Unfortunately 10 months after the Ophir strike, it dried up leaving Ophir today as a reserve only.
It is a historic reminder of the days of the gold rush. A great family activity trying your hand and luck at panning for gold or you can take a tour through "Gunnadoo", a genuine working goldmine.
There are picnic grounds on the bank of Summer Hill Creek in the reserve.
Time Capsule
Old Water Pump
Picnic by the Creek
The Orange
Town and Around Website
Ophir ~ Australian Gold Mining History
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2 Self Contained pet friendly cabins at Ophir
