Lake McIntyre in Millicent, SA — photo 1

Lake McIntyre

Millicent, SA
Rest AreaNo PetsCaravansAccessibleToiletsBBQ

About this rest area

Lake McIntyre is an exquisitely transformed quarry transformed into a man-made lake, home to a thriving bird habitat, and breeding ground. The site boasts a 500m walking track with bird hides and viewing platforms for a closer look at nature. Entertainment amenities like picnic areas fitted with BBQs and picnic tables are available for visitors. Beautifully landscaped native gardens ornament the surrounding natural environment. Ample parking is available, with space for buses and caravans.

This magnificent recreation area has a 500m walking track around the lake with bird hides and viewing platforms. There are well cared for native gardens beautifully landscaped to complement the natural environment that has been created here. There is plenty of parking and room for buses and caravans to park and turn.

Features & Facilities

Amenities

Hot Showers
Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans

Facilities

Picnic Tables
Shade
BBQ

Rules & Accessibility

No Pets
Accessible

Other Features

Picnic area with free gas BBQs and picnic tables
Prolific birdlife and numerous native trees
Information Board
Magnificent lake and bird habitat
Accessible toiltes
Walking
Unknown feature
Turning space for big rigs and caravans
Information
Bird Watching
Please take your rubbish with you
Day Use Area
Interpretive centre with information boards
Long Rig
Walking trail with bridge - wheelchair access
No Swimming
Bird hides and viewing platforms
Place of Interest
Mobile Phone Coverage
Free to the public. Open 8am to sunset
Photo Opportunity
Day Rest Area

Location

Lake McIntyreSaleyards Road, Millicent, SA, 5280

Weather Forecast

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FRI☁️
15° / 5°
SAT☁️
15° / 5°
SUN☁️
14° / 6°
MON☁️
15° / 7°
💧 10%
TUE🌦️
14° / 8°
💧 28%

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Saleyards Road

Millicent, SA 5280

Lake McIntyre