About
Lake Jindabyne is a serene manmade lake nestled amidst the picturesque hills, renowned for its trout fishing and popular for boating during the summer. Situated in Kosciuszko National Park in the Australian Alps near Jindabyne Lake, it's easily accessible with a 2.5-hour drive from Canberra and five hours from Sydney. The area boasts a rich history and offers beautiful walking trails surrounded by lush foliage.Why you should go
- Enjoy the tranquil setting of Lake Jindabyne with beautiful views
- Partake in various activities such as fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, and hiking
- Experience unique features like an underwater park bench and submerged playground
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Large lake created as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme in the 1950s when the dam was built, flooding the old township. Currently offers a variety of water sports in the warmer months and offers a year-round scenic outlook. Water levels vary from time to time based on the snowfall for the season. There are walking paths around the lake’s edge and several parks to view it.
The lake views in the morning, Absolutely stunning!! We spent the afternoon on the lake as we made our way into Jindabyne for a late lunch/ early dinner.
Gorgeous lake with equally fascinating history.
On a partially cloudy day this would be a fantastic walk with normal of getting sunburnt due to the extensive amount of foliage surrounding you.
The water temperature is frogod even on a warm summers day when we visited.
Teaming with birds and insects galore, this is a beautiful lake with amenities to suit.
Laze by the lake side and watch the water skiers come by or have a game of disc golf with the family.
Fancy sitting on an underwater park bench or play in the submerged playground? Tick. That's not something you can see or do easily.
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Know before you go
- Check weather conditions before heading out for activities like kayaking or boating
- Consider visiting on partially cloudy days to enjoy walks without getting sunburnt
- Explore hiring kayaks from local businesses for a leisurely paddle around the islands
- Visit during summer when wind is typically not too strong for kayaking or other water activities
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Lake Jindabyne is a serene and picturesque destination that offers visitors a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning views. Reviewers mention the tranquility of the lake, its mirror-like surface on windless days, and the abundance of activities like fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, and hiking around its shores. Visitors appreciate the clean water for swimming and highlight unique features such as an underwater park bench and submerged playground. The town of Jindabyne provides a vibrant atmosphere with plenty to see and do while still offering a relaxing environment by the lakeside.Review score
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Large lake created as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme in the 1950s when the dam was built, flooding the old township. Currently offers a variety of water sports in the warmer months and offers a year-round scenic outlook. Water levels vary from time to time based on the snowfall for the season. There are walking paths around the lake’s edge and several parks to view it.
The lake views in the morning, Absolutely stunning!! We spent the afternoon on the lake as we made our way into Jindabyne for a late lunch/ early dinner.
Gorgeous lake with equally fascinating history.
On a partially cloudy day this would be a fantastic walk with normal of getting sunburnt due to the extensive amount of foliage surrounding you.
The water temperature is frogod even on a warm summers day when we visited.
Teaming with birds and insects galore, this is a beautiful lake with amenities to suit.
Laze by the lake side and watch the water skiers come by or have a game of disc golf with the family.
Fancy sitting on an underwater park bench or play in the submerged playground? Tick. That's not something you can see or do easily.
Very peaceful Lake with clean water, good for swim also - I go each time. There is a hiking track around the lake that is also suitable for mountain bike
Beautiful lake great for Kayaking! Wind is normally not too strong in the summer but please do keep in mind and check the weather before your head out.
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