Lake Ginninderra Lake
Artificial urban lake forming part of Canberra's parkland
Within Canberra's Belconnen district, Lake Ginninderra offers shared paths, sailing clubs and weekend picnic spots close to suburban amenities.
Lake Ginninderra at a Glance#
Address: Lake Ginninderra, Belconnen, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Website: https://www.planning.act.gov.au
Hours: Open 24 hours (public urban lake)
Admission: Free
About Lake Ginninderra#
Lake Ginninderra is an artificial lake in the Belconnen district of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, formed by damming Ginninderra Creek as part of suburban development. It functions as an urban recreational and stormwater management reservoir.
The lake supports on-water recreation including rowing and small sailing, and the surrounding foreshore has parks and a shared walking and cycling path used by residents. Several suburban facilities and clubs sit on or near the shoreline.
Lake Ginninderra was established during the development of the Belconnen area to provide both recreational amenity and water management for the growing suburbs. Since then it has been maintained as a public open-space feature.
The lake sits within Canberra’s Belconnen precinct, northwest of the Canberra city centre and adjacent to residential suburbs and institutional facilities in the Australian Capital Territory.
- Trails and parks: A lakeside shared-use path and parks provide walking, cycling and informal recreation close to Canberra’s Belconnen suburbs.
- Boating clubs: Rowing and small sailing clubs operate from the lake, making it a local hub for on-water recreation in Canberra.
How to Get to Lake Ginninderra#
Lake Ginninderra sits adjacent to Belconnen Town Centre in northwest Canberra. From the Canberra city centre, take Belconnen Way (parkway) west to Emu Bank/Birdiya Drive; the town centre and lakeside promenades are a short walk from the main bus interchanges. On-foot access from surrounding suburbs is straightforward via pedestrian bridges and cycle paths.
Tips for Visiting Lake Ginninderra#
- Walk the Lake Ginninderra promenade in the early evening-local fitness groups and sunset watchers gather along the water.
- Access the lake easily from Belconnen Town Centre; there are multiple pedestrian bridges and lakeside cafés.
- If fishing, check the ACT government rules for licences and seasonal restrictions.
Best Time to Visit Lake Ginninderra#
Year-round urban amenity: summers are lively; shoulder seasons are best for quieter strolls.
Weather & Climate near Lake Ginninderra#
Lake Ginninderra's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 0°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (709 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 13° - 28° | 21° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 13° - 28° | 21° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 11° - 25° | 18° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 7° - 21° | 14° | 54 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 16° | 10° | 53 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 1° - 13° | 5° | 44 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 0° - 12° | 4° | 57 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 1° - 13° | 5° | 57 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 16° | 8° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 20° | 13° | 73 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 23° | 16° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 12° - 26° | 19° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
