Amazing colour of the lake with turquoise tints at certain edges. We walked up to the Apex Lookout to get a good view of the lake, unsure if the colour was as awesome as it was supposed to be. It sure was and is certainly worth a visit since it turns blue only between November and March each year. Perhaps it is something to do with the sunlight, but the mystery remains as the cause has not yet been identified.

The Blue Lake is truly one of Australia's best natural wonders. In the summer months it absolutely sparkles in brilliant blue as the light and warmth react with the water. It's been quite a few years since I visited and this time was able to spend 4 days nearby and really take in its ever changing splendour and walk around much of it. The lake itself is quite pristine as it's way too steep for people to access the water. It's a reminder of the immense power of volcanos that created it and what can be left behind. It changes from sparkling in the sunlight when it's windy, to perfect reflections when it's still. Sunsets also provide another dimension in this unique amphitheatre of light and water. Amazingly you can both drive and walk around the whole crater - probably not too many old volcanos in the world where that's possible. Once seen in all its glory it will be with you forever I promise.

From what I have read it is apparently a matter of luck as to whether the lake lives up to its name. Fortunately on the day of our visit it was clear blue from the viewpoint at which we overlooked it. Once seen, there was little else of merit in this area.

We stopped at the main look out to take in this incredible site and I can only imagine if the sun was out how different the water would have been. It was a great colour even though it was a dull day. You can walk right around the lake or you can drive, we opted to drive. It is well worth stopping and reading all about it

The Blue Lake is very accessible and is worth spending time having a look. While it is not very blue at this time of the year, there are good walking tracks around the rim. It’s very close to the main CBD too. A must do in Mount Gambier.

We stayed at the Holiday Park just across the road from the Blue Lake so very close. It is such an amazing lake and you can actually walk all the way around it. Not sure how many kms it is to walk. We drove around to the east side of the lake one night and watched the beautiful sunset over the lake. It was amazing. You can also walk underneath and see the lake from eye level as well. Certain parts of the day the lake is so blue when the sun is shining on it. Very spectacular.

This has a somewhat deep meaning for me, as the last time I came here was after a great family loss. Today it was even blue and more magical, with the sun opening up for the whole time we were there. The last time it was grey and overcast. The look out vantage point is awesome. Take the time to suck up the incredible colours and lonely vista. Have a giggle at the padlocks that people lock onto the wire.

Have you visited Mount gambier unless you’ve see the blue lake? The blue is so striking and makes a lovely photo. There are numerous lookouts around the lake for different views or you can take part in a guided tour of the lake below

We were camping at a place close by and walked by the lake. It does have some nice views and yes the lake is really blue. Later that night we walked along the lake again after having something to eat in the village. It was a clear sky and the nice thing is that you you could see the lake and the milky way at the same time. I know you have to be lucky, but this was very nice to see