Lake Cargelligo
Town
Population 1149
Lake Cargelligo is a surprisingly attractive small town in the heart of the wide, brown Riverina plains. Built beside the lake of the same name, the town's activities revolve around the water with fishing and regular lake festivals.
Visitor Information
1 Foster St; (02) 6898 1501
Nearby national parks
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Willandra National Park
Scrubby red sand plains stretch to the horizon in Willandra National Park, in the state’s remote west. In its heyday Willandra was one...more
Nearby towns
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West Wyalong
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Griffith
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Leeton
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In Town
Lake Cargelligo The lake dominates the town and is popular for fishing (silver perch, golden perch and redfin), boating, sailing, waterskiing and swimming. It is also appealing to birdwatchers, being home to many bird species including the rare black cockatoo. There is a historic walkway and bicycle track.Wagon Rides and Working Horse Demonstrations: can be arranged by appt on (02) 6898 1384. Information centre: houses a large gem collection and carved stone butterflies; Foster St. Kejole Koori Studio: Aboriginal art, jewellery and didgeridoos; Grace St.
Nearby
Willandra National Park Once one-eighth of a huge merino sheep station, the 20 000 ha park features a restored homestead (offering accommodation), stables, a shearing complex and men's quarters. The buildings house a display of pastoral and natural history of the area. Plains, wetlands and Willandra Creek make up the rest of the park, with a walking track that is best at dawn or dusk to see the myriad waterbirds, kangaroos and emus. The creek is popular for canoeing and fishing. 163 km W.Murrin Bridge Vineyard: Australia's first Aboriginal wine producer; 13 km N. Cockies Shed Lavender Farm and Crafty Corner: Tullibegeal; 13 km E. Lake Brewster: 1500 ha birdwatcher's paradise with fishing and picnic area. No guns, dogs or boats; 41 km W. Nombinnie Nature Reserve: birdwatching, bushwalking and abundant spring wildflowers Sept–Dec; 45 km N. Hillston: main street lined with palms, thanks to its situation on top of a large artesian basin. Hillston Lake is popular for watersports and picnics, and a swinging bridge provides access to a nature reserve and walking trail; 93 km SW.
Fishing spots near town
Wagga Wagga 219 km
In my early teens I lived in Wagga Wagga for about three years and spent many hours fishing from a kayak on the Murrumbidgee and at Lake Albert. The river held excellent numbers of redfin, and they were of good size, so... Find out moreEco-friendly activities around town
Koala-spotting - Narrandera 162 km
Koalas have thrived at Narrandera since they were released in 1972. At Narrandera Nature Reserve you should be able to spot a few.... Find out moreBirdwatching in Fivebough and Tuckerbil wetlands 219 km
Fivebough and Tuckerbil Wetlands are Ramsar-listed, and among nearly 200 birds spotted here are brolgas, black-winged stilts and painted snipes. Fivebough has 5 kilometres of walking tracks, with bird hides along the... Find out morePicnicking around Dubbo 240 km
Throw a rug down in the 167-hectare Burrendong Botanic Gardens and Arboretum near Wellington, and take in the fragrance of an estimated 2500 native plant species.... Find out moreNearby breweries
William Bull Brewery 111 km
The high-profile, family-run De Bortoli Wines diversifying into craft beer has been one of the longest-running stories around. In the late 1990s they acquired a brewhouse that originally belonged to the ... Find out moreCampsites around town
Lake Cargelligo Weir camping area 13 km
This camping area sits on the edge of Lake Cargelligo, 95 km west of Condobolin via Lachlan Valley Way. Pelicans, swans, wild ducks, geese and parrots are a few of the birds you may see here. Fishing and picnicking are... Find out moreLake Brewster Weir camping area 38 km
This is a family-friendly spot by the Lachlan River, 42 km west of Lake Cargelligo town. Facilities are basic – a wood fireplace and picnic table only – but there’s space for the kids to run around, and... Find out moreWoolshed Flat camping area 88 km
Take the Whitton Stock Route, a historic trail formerly used by the famous Cobb & Co coaches, off Rankins Spring Rd and follow the signs to this camping area. There is a pleasant walk to Woolshed Falls, which... Find out moreBinya camping area 103 km
This simple but pretty camping spot is accessible via the Vinya Forest Dr. You’ll need to bring your own drinking water and firewood, although there’s a total fire ban throughout summer, during which time... Find out moreLake Wyangan camping area 107 km
You’ll find barbecue facilities and an amenities block at this camping area on the shores of Lake Wyangan, 10 km north of Griffith via Wyangan Ave. Fishing, swimming, canoeing, sailing, waterskiing and sailing are... Find out moreWillandra Homestead Cottage 117 km
This small fibro cottage has 2 bedrooms with bunk beds sleeping up to 8 people. Self-contained, it has a kitchen stocked with cooking utensils, air conditioning and wood heating. It’s near Willandra Creek and... Find out moreWillandra camping area 117 km
There are 2 camping spots on Willandra Creek, one of which is a large group-camping spot. The other is for individual campers and isn’t suitable for caravans. Follow the signs from the Hillston–Mossgiel Rd,... Find out moreWillandra Homestead Men's Quarters 117 km
This corrugated-iron 1960s building has 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 24 people, with a gauzed verandah to keep the flies out. It’s surrounded by the lovely formal gardens and fragrant, old-world peppercorn trees of... Find out moreSwaggys Beach camping area 144 km
Unroll your own swag at this camping spot, 7 km west of Darlington Point via Willbriggie Forest Dr. Bring your own drinking water. ... Find out moreCommon Beach camping area 144 km
There are picnic tables and wood barbecues at this dry-weather-access only camping area next to Darlington Point township. It’s off King St. Bring your own water and firewood.... Find out moreCaravan parks around town
Hillston Caravan Park 81 km
This is a tidy park on the northern edge of town. The park has modern amenities and good facilities, though it can be very busy in the winter months during the peak tourist season. There is also a large influx of fruit... Find out moreAce Caravan Park 103 km
This is an owner-operated park with a good choice of accommodation. The park is just 500 metres from the town centre and easily accessible from the major highways.... Find out moreGriffith Tourist Caravan Park 115 km
This owner-operated caravan park stands out because of its excellent facilities and the fact that it is a great base from which to explore the interesting Griffith area. It has a large number of ensuite sites and a... Find out moreDarlington Point Riverside Caravan Park 145 km
Located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River under large, shady river red gums, this is an ideal place for an overnight stop or a few days watching the Murrumbidgee slip by. The park is busy at Easter and a slightly... Find out moreForbes River Meadows Caravan Park 151 km
Located about 2 km south of Forbes along the highway, this owner-operated park is a convenient and ideal overnight stop. It has shady trees, large expanses of lawn and spotless amenities. We stay here when passing by.... Find out moreBIG4 Forbes Holiday Park 153 km
This is a very neat owner-operated park, about 2 km from the centre of town on Cowra Road. The park caters predominantly for tourists and has good amenities and most facilities. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out moreApex Riverside Tourist Park 153 km
The park is about 3 km from the town centre on a picturesque bend of the Lachlan River, which some sites overlook. It is managed on behalf of Apex and is of good quality.... Find out moreLake Talbot Tourist Park 162 km
This is a large lakeside park in a quiet location away from the highway, adjoining the town’s popular swimming pool complex. The park has good amenities, a range of accommodation and nicely maintained lawns and... Find out moreSpicer Caravan Park 169 km
This is a budget-priced, council-owned park with good basic facilities, about 2 km from the town centre. It is in a quiet spot, off the main highway, about 16 km from the Parkes satellite dish. Bookings are required in... Find out morePeak Hill Caravan Park 181 km
This owner-operated park offers a range of accommodation and is ideal for an overnight stay. It is a small, budget-priced park, located off the main highway and just a short walk from the town centre. The owners supply... Find out moreRest areas around town
John Oxley Rest Area 66 km
155 km E of Hay (L) or 100 km W of West Wyalong (R) Large open area adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 52.331 E146 11.072... Find out moreWeethalle Rest Area 68 km
Middle of town Small parking area adjacent to the highway. GPS: S33 52.520 E146 37.539... Find out moreGoolgowi West Rest Area 99 km
108 km NE of Hay (L) or 147 km W of West Wyalong (R) Large area just off the highway among numerous small trees. Reasonable shade. GPS: S33 59.397 E145 41.719... Find out morePoppett Head Mine Park Area 106 km
3 km E of West Wyalong (L) or 101 km W of Grenfell (R) Small area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 55.493 E147 14.017... Find out moreWyalong Park Area 106 km
West side of town Small parking area just off the highway. GPS: S33 55.440 E147 14.127 ... Find out moreMarsden Rest Area 118 km
36 km NE of West Wyalong (R) or 68 km W of Grenfell (L) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S33 45.846 E147 31.126 ... Find out moreBeckom Rest Area 130 km
78 km N of Narrandera (L) or 58 km SW of West Wyalong (R) Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S34 20.219 E147 00.923... Find out moreArdlethan Rest Area 134 km
54 km N of Narrandera (L) or 82 km SW of West Wyalong (L) Large areas (both sides) adjacent to the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S34 26.832 E146 50.372... Find out moreDarlington Point Camp Area 145 km
T/O into Darlington Point Numerous campsites located 5–6 kilometres north of the highway via King Street on the west side of town. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S34 33.748 E145 59.593... Find out moreBirdcage Camp Area 149 km
84 km E of Hay (L) or 89 km W of Narrandera (R) Large secluded area located well off the highway on the riverbank. Good shade. NOTE: Access road unsealed. GPS: S34 31.221 E145 41.955... Find out moreBirdcage Rest Area 149 km
85 km E of Hay (L) or 88 km W of Narrandera (R) Large area just off the highway. Good shade. GPS: S34 31.436 E145 42.116... Find out moreWhat's on around town
Blue Waters Art Exhibition and Competition: June.
Lake Show: Sept.
Lake Cargelligo Fisharama: Oct.
