Lake Parramatta

Overview

Lake Parramatta is a heritage-listed reservoir that has been transformed for lovers of all splashing, swimming and non-motorised water activities. A piece of manmade tranquility only two kilometres from Parramatta CBD, its still, cool waters are surrounded by 73 hectares of bushland and wildlife, which you can explore via walking tracks.

Bring your lilo for a lazy afternoon float, or hire a rowboat or paddleboat with mates. When you get peckish, unpack your picnic basket by the water, set up at the barbecue or visit the Lake Parramatta Cafe. You can also take a self-guided tour through the Arrunga Bardo Aboriginal Bush Food Garden.

Image: Jeffrey Drewitz, Destination NSW