Cockatoo Lake Reserve
Cockatoo Lake Reserve
About this campsite
Cockatoo Lake Reserve offers a scenic retreat for the active adventurous or the tranquil seeker with free camping facilities. Activities include fishing, boating, swimming, skiing, and yabbying in the lake. The reserve ensures visitor convenience with amenities like picnic shelters, toilets, and a tin shelter with a concrete floor for harsh weather. The road to the reserve is operational all year round, though it is suggested to take caution during the rainy season as the surrounding area could be soggy.
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