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Lake MacDonald Park

Lake Macdonald, QLD

About this rest area

Lake MacDonald Park is a splendid locale nestled on the lakeshore, frequented for its picturesque views and serene environment. With ample covered picnic tables and free BBQ facilities, it's an ideal spot for a relaxing family day out. Notably beside it, you'll find the Botanic Gardens for exploration and clean amenities. Engage in various activities like kayaking and boating (electric motors only). For fishing enthusiasts, the lake is a stocked dam demanding a permit. A wash down area for boats is provided. However, swimming is prohibited. For RV travelers, spacious parking is available at the adjacent Kookaburra Park. The highlight, a 360º panoramic view of the park, gives a captivating visual treat online!

There are plenty of covered picnic tables with free BBQs. Great views over Lake MacDonald. The Botanic Gardens are next door where clean loos are available. There is a boat ramp here and a spot to put in kayaks. Boating with electric motors only, is permitted. A fishing permit is required here, as it is a stocked dam. No Swimming. There is a wash down area for boats. Big rigs can park about 200m down the road at Kookaburra Park. Click here to view a 360º panoramic view.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets

Activities

Boat Ramp
Fishing
Fishing Spot

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

BBQ
Picnic Tables
Children's Play Facility
Shade

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets

Other Features

Day Use Area
Hose Attachment Tap
Place of Interest
Bin
Clean Water
Bird Watching
Boat washdown area
Unknown feature
Public Parking
Walking
Canoeing
Lake MacDonald Botanic Gardens
Day Rest Area
No Swimming
Photo Opportunity
Boat Ramps
Canoeing Kayaking
Free BBQ
Mobile Phone Coverage

Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo
THU🌤️
26° / 19°
💧 5%
FRI☁️
26° / 19°
💧 11%
SAT🌤️
26° / 19°
💧 8%
SUN☁️
26° / 21°
💧 13%
MON🌤️
26° / 18°
💧 2%

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