Australia is home to great fun attractions that both locals and tourists will surely enjoy. These remarkable sceneries must be included in your itinerary when going out on a holiday to this country. If there are sights you must not fail to visit when in Australia, those will be the different lakes that add lush to its picturesque backdrop. Hire a party bus and get to enjoy all these places during your stay in this colourful destination on earth.
Kimberly Region’s Lake Argyle
This lake may have been artificially made but it is undeniable that its presence in the Kimberly Region in Australia makes it appear as more of natural rather than man-made. A freshwater lake, it can be found among the most picturesque and rugged landscapes in the region. Part of the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, a visit to Kimberly will not be complete unless you get to drop by this man-made beauty.
Mount Gambier’s Blue Lake
The name of this lake has been derived from the colour that it actually has a cobalt blue colour that will not merely mesmerise you but will definitely captivate and enchant you. Locate in South Australia, in the breathtakingly beautiful Mount Gambier, it is also noted as part of a total of four crater lakes located in the mountain’s maar. At present, it is one of the two lakes that remained in the region because the lakes of Brown and Mutton have already dried up.
Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin
If you happen to visit the capital city of Australia, that is, Canberra, you are off to more than just those wonderful landmarks like the Australian War Memorial, and the National Gallery of Australia. You must make it a point that you pay a visit to Lake Burley Griffin which is noted to be a man-made lake that has created a great relief from this very political city. Hobbyists have loved this place and have frequented it for sailing, rowing, and fishing purposes. This lake has been completed back in 1963 right after one of the city’s water forms, the Molonglo River, has been dammed.
Kati Thanda’s Lake Eyre
Also known as Lake Eyre located in Northern South Australia, this is regarded as the lowest point in the whole of Australia as it descends about 15 metres below sea level. It is considered one of the largest lakes in Australia with a size that covers almost one-sixth of the entire continent. One fast fact about this lake is that the torrential rain during January 2007 took approximately six weeks to reach the lake and yet only placed a small amount of rain water in it.
Victoria’s Gippsland Lakes
Gippsland Lakes in Victoria, Australia is actually a system of lakes which include Lake Victoria, Lake Kings, and Lake Wellington among others. Covering a total distance of 60 kilometres, it is considered the most exclusive of all lakes in the continent. Famous to toe-dippers, skippers, angles and twitchers, the lake is a host to a lot of activities including boating, fishing, skiing and paddling, and dolphin watching. It is also home to the Ninety-Mile Beach and Raymond Island as well as the Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.
New South Wales’ Lake Jindabyne
If you are looking for more adventures on your visit to a lake, you can drop by Lake Jindabyne in New South Wales. Among the popular activities here are kayaking, canoeing, fish sailing, windsurfing, and power-boating. It seems you cannot just get enough of the adrenaline-rush from these activities. You will definitely want to ask for more. This skiing destination is well-stocked with a variety of fish species like brook trout, rainbow trout and Atlantic salmon which are indeed great catches to indulge in.
Queensland’s Lake McKenzie
This perched lake in Queensland is one of the highlights of another notable sight in the region, the Fraser Island. Spanning a length of 1,200 metres and a width of 930 metres, the lake is very much a favourite among tourist and locals because apart from its white sand dunes, it has crystal clear waters that can invite you to take a dip anytime. Located around 6.2 kilometres on the southeast part of Kingfisher Resort, it is considered as one of the most visited natural site in the whole of Fraser Island.
Tasmania’s Lake Pedder
Lake Pedder is located in the southwest part of Tasmania in Australia. Noted for being once a natural lake, the beautiful sight is also known as a diversion lake and a man-made impoundment. It is considered a jewel of the wilderness as it is brightened up by its mesmerising sandy bays as well as its captivatingly refreshing clear blue waters. While Lake Pedder is a natural catchment which came from the Frankland Range, it was also formed in 1972 after the Huon and Serpentine Rivers were dammed by Tasmania’s Hydro Electric Commission, making it a source of hydroelectric power generation in the region.
Queensland’s Lake Somerset
A popular recreational and boating spot in Queensland, Australia, Lake Somerset is located just south of Kilcoy. It has been one of the most favourite spots of fishermen looking for a good catch. Formed after a dam that had the same name, it is also considered one of the greatest camping spots in Australia. What makes this lake even more spectacular is the fact that both non-motorised and motorised boats are allowed to traverse it. Whether you are looking for a right place where you can enjoy the waters or you want a place where you can get involved in the most adventurous water activities like jet skiing, wakeboarding, and water skiing, you should not miss out on Lake Somerset on your list. Swimming areas can also be found near the lake like those in The Spit and Kirkleagh.
Tasmania’s Lake St. Clair
Another lake found on Tasmania’s southern end is Lake St. Clair. Particularly found southeast of the infamous Cradle Mountain, this lake is also a part of the Tasmania Wilderness World Heritage Area. The lake is famous for being the starting point of the popular 6-day walk, the Overland Track where you get to enjoy the tracks while catching magnificent views of the lake as well.