Lake Wendouree

Lake Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
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What to expect

Lake Wendouree is a shallow urban lake located in central Ballarat, offering a wide range of attractions and recreational activities both on and off the water. The lake has a 6km walking track, public toilets, BBQs, playgrounds, and restaurants. It also features a world-class 2000 metre rowing course that hosted rowing events at the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. The lake is a popular destination for fishing, sailing, and rowing, and is home to various events and competitions throughout the year. The surrounding area includes the Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Victoria Park, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Lake Wendouree and enjoyed the six-kilometre Steve Moneghetti running and walking track, cycling trails, playgrounds and excellent picnic and BBQ facilities

Highlights: We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and outdoor activities ✨