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Tours
& Activities -
LAKES
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Brown Lake, which is a
perched lake, is easily accessible by conventional vehicle
and has amenities such as picnic tables, BBQs and a composting
toilet. The clear "tea" colour comes from the surrounding
trees and reeds and from the layer of organic matter,
which forms the bed of the lake. The natural bushland
surrounding the lake is home to many delicate wildflowers,
including small ground orchids. The Aboriginal name for
Brown Lake is "Bummeira". To access the Lake, drive 3.5kms
from Dunwich along the sealed Trans Island Road. Brown
Lake is the perfect place to stop for lunch.
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The Keyholes are a freshwater
system of mysterious lakes and lagoons which stretch over
4.5 kilometres. These lakes are home to the island's massive
open air aviary of more than 250 species of native birds.
It is best to access The Keyholes with a 4WD vehicle from
Fishermans Road, which runs east of East Coast Rd approximately
3 kilometres before Point Lookout. This location is suitable
for swimming, canoeing and other water sports. There are
no facilities at the Keyholes.
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Just a few kilometres out
of Dunwich on the road to Point Lookout, Myora Springs
is a beautiful spot and source of fresh water for the
wildlife of the Dunwich area. Myora Springs (meeting place)
has a pure fresh water spring that is running today, just
as it has done for thousands of years. In the forest surrounding
the Myora Springs there is an abundance of freshwater
crayfish, prawns, bungwal fern and other plant foods and
so it is no surprise to learn this was a favoured camping
place of the Aborignal people. It is possible to see parts
of the large middens on the banks, which contain, amongst
other things, cockle, oyster and whelk shells. Nearby
lived a decendent of the Nunukul people, Oodgeroo. She
was well known as an author and poet who wrote such books
as " Stradbroke Dreamtime". In 1978 it was discovered
that Myora is home to a rare nocturnal mammal that was
thought to be extinct, the False Water Rat.
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Eighteen Mile Swamp is
located behind the sand dunes of Main Beach and stretches
from The Keyholes to the southern end of the island to
Jumpinpin. It is a beautiful and tranquil part of the
Island where much of the Island's wildlife can be observed.
A four wheel drive track allows people to safely drive
along the side of the swamp from the Causeway.
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Stradbroke Island is a special place. Help protect it and you
will enjoy the island's natural beauty every time you visit.
To make your stay more enjoyable and protect this beautiful
island, please observe these simple guidelines:
- Because
the lakes and waterways of Stradbroke are not regulary flushed,
they are particularly sensitive to pollution and an artificial
increase in nutrients.
- Powered
craft are not permitted on Brown lake or Blue lake. People
found operating powered craft on any lakes are liable for
prosecution.
- Never
use soap, toothpaste, or detergents in the waterways as
these promote the growth of algae and affects the purity
of the water and aquatic life. Take water at least 50m away
from the shore to wash dishes and yourself.
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