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Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Lake Gillowarna Reserve is a man-made lake reserve off Henry Lawson Drive in Georges Hall. Its most notable feature is an island in the lake that is often full of ibis and is an important breeding site for native birds. The reserve also has shaded picnic tables and lakeside paths.

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Dogs on leashShaded picnic tablesWeekend family picnicLakeside walks

About Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Lakeside Paths and Birdlife at Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Lake Gillowarna Reserve has lakeside paths that circle the man-made lake. Walkers on the paths can watch the ibis that crowd the island, which makes the walk a chance for birdwatching. The island is a breeding site, so nesting birds need space. Lake Gillowarna Reserve is one of four parks between Henry Lawson Drive and Prospect Creek, alongside Garrison Point, Flinders Slopes and Shortland Brush.

Shaded Picnic Tables at Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Lake Gillowarna Reserve has shaded picnic tables, which were installed alongside new seating. The same works brought accessibility improvements to the reserve. The tables sit beside the water, and the lakeside is well suited to picnics and BBQs for a family outing. The lakeside can get very noisy at times, so visitors should expect a lively atmosphere rather than a quiet meal.

Facilities at Lake Gillowarna Reserve

🛝Playground✗
🔥BBQ Facilities✗
🚻Toilets✗
💧Drinking Water✗
🅿️Parking✗
🍽️Picnic Tables
🏃Walking Paths✗
🏅Sports Fields✗
🐕Dogs on leash
• Shaded picnic tables • New seating • Paths around the lake • Island bird habitat

Visitor tips for Lake Gillowarna Reserve

  • ✓Bring bags to pick up after your dog, as owners must collect and dispose of dog faeces in a waste bin.

Getting to Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Entry is off Henry Lawson Drive, Georges Hall NSW 2198, via the Beatty Parade access.

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Nearby Georges Hall

  • 📍Garrison Point
  • 📍Flinders Slopes
  • 📍Shortland Brush
  • 📍Prospect Creek

Frequently asked questions about Lake Gillowarna Reserve

Can I bring my dog to Lake Gillowarna Reserve?

Yes, but dogs must be on a leash, as the reserve is not a dog off-leash area.

Are there picnic tables at Lake Gillowarna Reserve?

Yes, shaded tables sit by the water, beside the new seats.

When is Lake Gillowarna Reserve open?

It is open every day around the clock.

Is Lake Gillowarna Reserve wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility improvements were made when the new seating and shaded tables went in.

Can I walk around the lake at Lake Gillowarna Reserve?

Yes, lakeside paths go all the way around the lake.