Are dogs allowed at Lake Eacham?

Theres an adventure around every corner on the Tablelands and well make sure you discover them all. We are pet-friendly and offer free Wi-Fi to guests.

Is Lake Eacham safe to swim?

Lake Eacham is an extinct volcanic crater filled with cool, clear blue water, and surrounded by dense tropical rainforest. The volcanic lake is 65 meters deep, has a pontoon for kids (and immature adults), and has no crocs – making it an ideal swimming hole!

Is there crocodiles in Lake Eacham?

A freshwater crocodile is known to be present in Lake Eacham. No incidents have been reported in relation to this crocodile and humans.

What is Lake Eacham made of?

Lake Eacham is a maar—a volcanic crater formed by two massive explosions from superheating of groundwater. This vent now forms the catchment of the lake and is 65m deep. Some of the original underlying sedimentary rocks occur today as metamorphics outcropping in parts of the crater rim.

What kind of animals live in Lake Eacham?

Wildlife is abundant in and around Lake Eacham and several species are endemic to the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Saw-shelled turtles and eastern water dragons are common lake residents while over 180 bird species have been recorded. Musky rat-kangaroos are active during the day and are often seen from the walking track.

When did Lake Eacham join Lake Barrine National Park?

In 1988 Lake Eacham was included within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area (WTWHA) and in 1994 joined Lake Barrine under a single protected area—Crater Lakes National Park. Lake Eacham is a clear, blue lake surrounded by lush rainforest and offers swimming, birdwatching, canoeing, picnic areas and shady walking tracks.

What to do in Lake Eacham National Park?

Kayaking on Lake Eacham. Please use the water access points when entering the water. Camping, including sleeping in campervans and vehicles, is not permitted within the national park. There is a range of holiday accommodation near Lake Eacham and in and around Yungaburra, Malanda and Atherton.

Where is Lake Eacham in Queensland, Australia?

Lake Eacham (originally Yidyam or Wiinggina) is a popular lake of volcanic origin on the Atherton Tableland of Queensland, Australia, within the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics of Queensland. It is within the locality of Lake Eacham in the Tablelands Region local government area.