Fossicking

Strike Gold in Mount Morgan

Load up the car, take in spectacular scenery and strike it rich - fossicking is now permitted at Mount Morgan No 7 Dam.

Rockhampton Regional Council and Advance Rockhampton have developed a General Permission Area (GPA) to allow recreational fossicking in a designated area around No 7 Dam. All fossickers must ensure they have a valid licence and comply with the rules and regulations associated with that permit. Signage has also been installed at No 7 Dam to reinforce key rules.

Please remember, you are responsible for your own safety and compliance with relevant legislation and Rockhampton Regional Council local laws.

Visit the Queensland Government website for more information

Visitor Information

Planning a visit to Mount Morgan? Take a step back in time an experience the charm of this historic mining town around a 30 minute drive from Rockhampton. Once one of the richest gold mines in Australia, today a stroll through the streets of Mount Morgan uncovers historic buildings, museums, cafes, bakeries, pubs and more.

Complete your day fossicking at Mount Morgan No 7 Dam by joining the family for a picnic by the water or enjoying the large undercover playground.

Contacts and Information

Please review the list below to find more information or contacts relating to fossicking at Mount Morgan No 7 Dam.

In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

  • For information relating to fossicking rules, responsibilities, regulations and permits visit the Queensland Government website
  • To report fossickers breaching rules, contact the relevant State Government department on 13 71 07
  • To report concerns related to amenities or facilities at Mount Morgan No 7 Dam, contact Rockhampton Regional Council on 1300 22 55 77
  • For information on cultural heritage duty of care, visit the Queensland Government website
  • For enquiries related to tourism, marketing, promotion or business development, contact Advance Rockhampton
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