Explored by Hume and Hovell in 1824, Yackandandah is one of Victoria's oldest towns. Settled in about 1837, many tent towns were established along the Yackandandah Creek after the gold finds of 1852 but the Yackandandah site, among others, flourished. Shops were established followed by services, banks, churches, post and transport. The Australian Heritage Commission, Heritage Victoria and the National Trust now list and protect much of the town including its buildings, trees and the central business area. The town is a fine example of a by-gone era and is well worth a visit, to partake in the history and the sit and enjoy a meal in the quaint little shops.
The Mayday Hills Railway Line was extended beyond Beechworth to Yackandandah in 1891 and ceased operation in 1954.
Many cycling tourists and tourists in general now venture to Yackandandah from Beechworth to complete their North East experience.
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