Mount Egerton

A Golden History

Mt Egerton developed as a township from the discovery of gold in the All Nations Gully in 1853. The town was a thriving centre for both large and small mining exploration with many remnants of this history still visible today.

The town is also linked to the bushranging activities of Andrew George Scott, alias Captain Moonlite. Moonlite reputedly robbed the Mt Egerton Bank of 1000 pounds before skipping town.

Mt Egerton today has preserved some of the historic buildings of its gold mining past, including the old gold battery. A walk through town will transport you in time to its colorful past.

Also on the colourful front is Yuulong Lavender Farm. Yuulong is a short drive from Mt Egerton and offers picturesque gardens, a wide variety of lavender, and lavender products.

Take a country drive and enjoy the Mt Egerton district.