lake canobolas

Cafe on the premises and lots of picnic spots. Available tables and chairs and BBQ area with shade/roof. Enough parking space. Quite a small lake as I hoped for, but still very pretty. Great for bird watching and lots of ducks roaming free.

Lake Canobolas is a great place for a swim and a picnic, about 10 minutes drive out of town. There is a little sandy beach suitable for small children to play in, The water is shallow and doesn't appear to have any deep holes or hazards near the edge. Away from this immediate area and further out there are reeds which may present problems for children, or indeed weak swimmers. I understand that people have drowned in the lake, so all bodies of water should be treated with respect, and this is no different. There is also a cafe there which may only be open on the weekends. Best check.

Have a look at the lake - it is quite the sight! Apparently recent rains have filled her back up again, so have a quick visit and enjoy.

Walk, cycle, swim, take in the mountain views and fresh air and all only a matter of minutes from Orange city.

A fantastic spot to visit for a quiet family picnic, swim in the kale, kayak, fish, stroll around the lake, coffee from the cafe, play on the playground (over the other side) or BBQ with all the family.

Good for a swim but gee the water is a bit nippy. Happy on a hot day and good for a lay around in the sun.

Perhaps we were not the on the best possible day as it was cool and drizzly. The locals playing on the little "beaches" looked as if they were having a good time. We walked on the well-made path right around the lake - about 2.5 or 3km and had a pleasant time. There is a little kiosk where we were able to buy ice-creams afterwards, and picnic tables near the water.

A very scenic location with an easy lakeside walking track which circles the lake. Lots of very eager water birds to feed, swimming and good facilities.

We walked around the Lake, the walk is well laid out and the wildlife was abundant. We didn't bring our swimmers but the lake looked enjoyable to swim in.

Lovely area to swim, jump off floating islAnd and take your kayak too. Plenty of parking, grassy areas and normally has a cafe. There was Kiosks service only on Boxing Day but it was nice coffee and ice creams.

Pinnacle Dragon Boat Club are happy to help you get more out of you stay in Orange, many visitors have enjoyed meeting the locals and being part of their training sessions - just turn up Mon or Wed evenings 5.45, or try Fri or Sun at 9am. or check out our Facebook for more details.

Why is the play area so far away from the eatery? Why was it shut on a hugely popular day? It was shut for cleaning which would have been better done the day before or after. The play equipment is adequate. Sand underneath would be better than the bark. Water play area away from the lake and near the play area would be a great addition. (See water play in wanda beach park or karimbala park Miranda). Oh not being a local. Where the heck are the toilets. There is unclear signage. We took to finding a large tree.

Walking around Lake Canobolas is very enjoyable. It is an easy walk and during Spring and Autumn it is magical. Afterwards, from Wednesday - Sunday you can enjoy a coffee and breakfast and if walking in the late afternoon you can also enjoy a good glass of wine at the cafe.

Scenic Water hole with lots of BBQs, tables & seating. Nice Cafe & play ground for children. Sandy beaches & a nice walk around the lake.

An awesome place to swim ,picnic ,BBQ .A great family place also a nice place to have a birthday party