Camping facilities at Lake Eppalock are available in the four caravan parks located around the lake
. You can find out more about the parks by visiting www.gmwater.com.au/recreation-tourism/caravan-parks. In addition to the parks there are plenty of B&Bs and holidays houses available year round.
Are dogs allowed at Lake eppalock?
Enjoy A Day Out At Lake Eppalock This Summer…
Free to visit, Lake Eppalock has facilities to suit every visitor, including caravan parks, picnic areas, public toilets and four public boat ramps. Plus,
it’s dog-friendly area
.
Can you swim in Lake eppalock?
Lake Eppalock is a popular destination for boating, water sport, fishing, swimming, bushwalking, barbecues and picnics. This part of Lake Eppalock is known as Kirrang Point and is
great for swimming
.
Who owns Lake eppalock?
| Lake Eppalock | Owner(s) Goulburn–Murray Water | Dam and spillways | Type of dam Embankment dam | Impounds Campaspe River Coliban River |
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Is there blue green algae in Lake Eppalock?
Goulburn Murray Water (GMW) has removed the blue-green algae warning for Lake Eppalock following a significant decline in blue-green algae levels.
Can you boat on Lake Eppalock?
Constructed on the Campaspe River in the 1960s,
this vast lake has always been popular for boating and water recreation
, including waterskiing and fishing. Lake Eppalock facilities include a boat ramp, barbecues, picnic area, playground and toilets.
Is Lake Eppalock safe?
Warning:
Goulburn-Murray Water is warning the public to avoid contact with water in Lake Eppalock after monitoring detected high levels of blue-green algae
. For more information and all the latest updates, please click here. Lake Eppalock is perfect for water based activities and family picnics.
Can you walk around Lake Eppalock?
You can walk down to the water from here to enjoy swimming, fishing, birdwatching or lakeside walking
. There are lots of fantastic visitor facilities at various locations around Lake Eppalock including multiple picnic areas with electric barbecues, four public boat ramps, several public toilet blocks, and a kiosk.
What is the water level at Lake Eppalock?
| Name Lake Eppalock | Full Supply Level 193.91 m AHD | Capacity 304,651 ML | Area Submerged 3,011 ha | Main Embankment Length 700 m |
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Can you fish in Lake Eppalock?
Lake Eppalock is home to a healthy mix of Golden Perch, Redfin, Murray Cod and Trout and has a good balance of deep and shallow water.
The Lake provides excellent fishing for Redfin (especially between December and May) with Derrinal and Kimbolton pools to the north being popular fishing spots
.
When was Lake Eppalock last full?
Lake Eppalock was last full in
October 2012
.
What rivers run into Lake Eppalock?
Natural inflows in the upper Campaspe River catchment are harvested into Lake Eppalock, which is located near the townships of Axedale and Heathcote.
What happens if you touch blue-green algae?
Exposure to high levels of blue-green algae and their toxins can cause
diarrhea, nausea or vomiting; skin, eye or throat irritation; and allergic reactions or breathing difficulties
.
Can you swim in a lake with blue-green algae?
In general, people should:
Avoid swimming, wading, or playing in lake water that appears covered with scum or blue-green algae or recently had blue-green algae
. Avoid drinking or swallowing recreational water from lakes, streams, and other surface waters.
Why is my dam blue?
Blue-green algae is by far the most concerning type of algae you can get in your dam
. Characterised by a slick across the surface of the dam that appears most commonly in a blueish-green colour (hence the name), this toxic cocktail can spell disaster for your dam, livestock and wildlife and possibly even your family.
Is Lake Nillahcootie man made?
Lake Nillahcootie was constructed
to harness the flows of the Broken River to meet irrigation, domestic and stock, and urban water supply requirements.
