Blue Lake National Park
Blue Lake National Park
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ron d
Caloundra, Australia632 contributions
Oct. 2020
We took the Kaboora track, a very nice walk to and from the lake lookout. Although the information board warns about open canopy making it hot during the day, this was not our experience. For most of the way, there is good shade. The vegetation was nice. We saw very few birds, probably because we did not get there early in the morning. The track is good and, apart from a couple of places with soft sand, very easy indeed.
Written 3 November 2020
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Tattler
Brisbane, Australia195 contributions
Oct. 2020
This is very pretty but it is a bit of the walk. 3.2 km in both direction. Gentle slope down and what feels like a less gentle slope up. Remember this is sand walking so its not as easy as you might think. For most at least 1.5 hours return. The tracks actually link up, but the map doesn't show this.
Written 12 October 2020
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peterwV975TL
Malaga, Spain907 contributions
Mar. 2020 • Friends
The local guides of this area state that it is a haven for wild birds and boasts tgat over 200 different species can be found here.
We walked the 4kms or so from the car park to the lake and saw less than 6 different species. And not for the want of trying. On the lake itself not a single water bird or any description, not even a mallard. Disappointed group of walkers.
A haven for bugs of the stinging and biting variety so ensure you cover your exposed skin with a good repellent.
Not a hard walk on a sand based track downhill to the lake and obviously uphill on your return. Good shoes and plenty of water as usual.
Once you are at the lake thats really the end of that particular walk. There are three others paths to walk but not for us on a very hot, humid day.
In summary a nice walk, lots of trees and bugs but not a great numbe of birds.
We walked the 4kms or so from the car park to the lake and saw less than 6 different species. And not for the want of trying. On the lake itself not a single water bird or any description, not even a mallard. Disappointed group of walkers.
A haven for bugs of the stinging and biting variety so ensure you cover your exposed skin with a good repellent.
Not a hard walk on a sand based track downhill to the lake and obviously uphill on your return. Good shoes and plenty of water as usual.
Once you are at the lake thats really the end of that particular walk. There are three others paths to walk but not for us on a very hot, humid day.
In summary a nice walk, lots of trees and bugs but not a great numbe of birds.
Written 3 March 2020
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champir
Brisbane, Australia28 contributions
Nov. 2019
Quite a pleasant walk into a nice lake. The track is pretty level and the walk is easy. Not really a beach to swim at but after the lookout platform the track comes to the waters edge in a nice shady place.
Written 24 November 2019
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Alison
Brisbane, Australia10 contributions
Sep. 2019 • Family
A beautiful and peaceful place to visit. There are three options for walking tracks. We took the middle track, about 45mins each way at a leisurely pace. I have uploaded a site plan as an image for further reference. No amenities, just you and nature = perfect!
Written 26 September 2019
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KSRao
Bengaluru, India590 contributions
Apr. 2019 • Family
Our guide advised us to look for Humpback whales, dolphins, turtles or Mantra Rays swimming below. We were not lucky to find them! Maybe we were ahead of the season. We saw plenty of birds.
Nice place to spend time!
Nice place to spend time!
Written 16 May 2019
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Juju0965
Brisbane, Australia57 contributions
Apr. 2019 • Couples
We did the entire walk, all 8kms. The paths were well maintained, sandy and not too difficult. Even though the paths were smooth, they did seem extremely long and some parts were quite steep. Kids and the elderly may find it too hard going as the distance is approximately 3kms to each destination. There were plenty of people swimming when we reached the Blue Lake which surprised us as we thought this was actively discouraged by the Quandamooka people. Try to do this walk outside of the heat of midday and take plenty of water.
Written 24 April 2019
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CoochieTraveller
Coochiemudlo Island, Australia6 contributions
Feb. 2019 • Family
Our family of 8 (age range 16 - 53) enjoyed the 7.8km walk, starting off on the Kaboora Track to view the Blue Lake, then heading uphill on the Dakabin Track to the Neembeeba viewing platform (great view down to Main Beach and out to sea), then back to the car park via the Neembeeba Track. There were a few steps on the Dakabin Track section. We started at 4pm, and had time to enjoy the views and a couple of breaks and were back to our cars at 6.15pm. We found this to be a good time to do the walk as it might get uncomfortably warm in the middle of the day in summer.
Written 3 February 2019
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Vanessa E
Ballina, Australia20 contributions
Oct. 2018 • Family
The Kaboora track was an easy walk to the lake. We were there on a cloudy day, would probably be prettier on a sunny day, but was still nice. Walked back along the Kabul track, some long hills on this track, but not too hard. Take snacks, water, & wear walking shoes, not things or sandals.
Written 13 October 2018
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Emma Z
Cairns, Australia37 contributions
Sep. 2018 • Couples
We did the entire loop - Kaboora, Dakabin and Neembeema trails. All up 8km. At the top of the hike there is a lookout area (Dakabin lookout) which allows a view of the sand dunes and out to sea. We stopped on the bench for lunch and took in the beautiful unspoiled scenery. Definitely worth your time if you are into bushwalks and trails!
Written 30 September 2018
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