About this place
What to expect
the way to uncover rich history with immersive storytelling and augmented reality, unlocking hidden stories, surprising secrets and interactive experiences through your phone. The Flourish Trail at Bridgewater celebrates Bridgewater's remarkable story of prosperity and resilience. Discover how this river town grew from a local gold rush, and then flourished servicing the 30,000 gold prospectors in the area. Follow Main Street to the iconic Art Deco Bridgewater Hotel, then to the river where ancient waters tell tales spanning millions of years. Along the way, uncover stories of architectural gems, legendary gold nuggets, sporting passion, and the unique ecosystems and diverse wildlife of the Loddon Valley. You may spot numerous bird species, rare and endangered creatures and even a long-extinct Marsupial Lion!