Located mid-way between Ballarat and Ararat, Beaufort is situated in a rich pastoral district.

Gold was discovered around Beaufort in 1852, and a number of historical buildings in Beaufort today date back to those times. Attractions within town include the 100 year old Band Rotunda located in gardens at the western end of the commercial centre, the war memorial surrounded by rose gardens at the northern end of Livingstone Street, and the historic post office and railway station buildings.

On the outskirts of town, Camp Hill Reserve and lookout offers views across the district, while to the south of town is Beaufort Lake with its landscaped picnic grounds. The Mount Buangor State Park is to the north-west of Beaufort and offers a number of walking trails and camping areas which surround the distinctive 966 metre peak of Mount Buangor.

Mount Buangor State Park Features eucalypt forests, creek flats, a waterfall, steep escarpments and Mount Buangor - the area's highest peak

Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally Held at Lake Goldsmith, 15 kilometres south of Beaufort, this rally features a collection of restored steam engines, farm tractors and Australia's largest fully operational steam shovel

Walkabout - Beaufort A travel guide with information on the history of the area and things to see

	Pyrenees Tourism A guide to the towns of Avoca, Beaufort, Lexton and Moonambel, and the surrounding wine region and attractions
	Pyrenees wineries Discover the many wineries of this region

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