About Lake Tuggeranong
Lake Tuggeranong is an artificial lake in the Tuggeranong district of southern Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, adjacent to the suburb of Greenway. Created in 1987 by damming Tuggeranong Creek, it serves as a stormwater and sediment control basin and a major recreational focal point for the Tuggeranong Town Centre. The lake features a 3.4 km foreshore loop, parklands, and views of the Brindabella Ranges.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a calm urban lake surrounded by parkland, paved shared walking and cycling paths, grassy foreshores, picnic areas and playgrounds. The 3.4 km circuit around the lake offers views of the water, Tuggeranong Town Centre, and distant ranges. Facilities include barbecues, seating, and public art. Activities focus on walking, cycling, jogging, fishing, non-motorised boating such as kayaking, birdwatching and picnicking in an open, family-friendly setting.
Key highlights
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Artificial lake created in 1987 on Tuggeranong Creek for water quality and flood mitigation
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3.4 km sealed shared path circuit around the foreshore for walking and cycling
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Parklands with barbecues, picnic tables and playgrounds at Tuggeranong Foreshore
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Opportunities for kayaking, canoeing and fishing for species such as Murray cod and golden perch