Lysterfield Lake is very popular for canoeing, kayaking and sailing. Take a refreshing swim in one of two protected swimming bays with sandy shores.
Lysterfield Lake is known as one of the best lakes to swim in Victoria. The swimming beaches have gentle waters and a gradual increase in depth, making them a popular swimming spot for families with kids.
There is lots to explore on the large lake. Go canoeing or kayaking to view waterbirds and habitat that can't be seen from land. On a calm day, the lake is a perfect place to refine your stand-up paddle boarding.
The 82ha lake is a great place for non-powered boating and sailing. Boat trailer parking is available and there is a boat launching and rigging zone. Model boating is allowed, but only non-powered craft can be used.
Go sailing on monohull boats up to 5 metres long or multi-hull boats up to 4.3 metres long. Lysterfield Sailing Club welcomes new members. Call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 for more information.
There is lots to explore on the large lake. Go canoeing or kayaking to view waterbirds and habitat that can't be seen from land. On a calm day, the lake is a perfect place to refine your stand-up paddle boarding.
The 82ha lake is a great place for non-powered boating and sailing. Boat trailer parking is available and there is a boat launching and rigging zone. Model boating is allowed, but only non-powered craft can be used.
Go sailing on monohull boats up to 5 metres long or multi-hull boats up to 4.3 metres long. Lysterfield Sailing Club welcomes new members. Call Parks Victoria on 13 1963 for more information.
Things to do
Lake Circuit Trail
Walk, run or cycle this popular trail, which weaves among native vegetation around the picturesque Lysterfield Lake. You're almost guaranteed to see kangaroos and other wildlife along the way.
Picnic areas in Lysterfield Park
There are two picnic areas along the lake shore and both have toilets, picnic tables and free electric barbecues.
Mountain bike trails in Lysterfield Park
Explore a 24km network of purpose-built mountain bike trails at Lysterfield Park, suitable for all skill levels.
How to get there
Lysterfield Lake
Need to know
Lysterfield Lake
Accessibility
Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.
Change of Conditions
Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.
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Lysterfield Park
All Mountain Bike trails are closed.
All Mountain Bike Trails in Lysterfield Park are closed due to wet weather conditions and extensive tree damage from severe wind events. When the trails are reopened this page will reflect that.
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Albert Park Lake
Albert Park Lake provides opportunities for a range of activities including sailing, canoeing and kayaking, rowing, fishing and birdwatching.
Masons Falls
Enjoy a picnic in the beautiful surrounds of Masons Falls Picnic Area. Set among towering gums, the large shelters and free gas barbecues make it the perfect place for a social gathering. The short waterfall walk is a real highlight.
Dights Falls
The park's best known geological feature is Dights Falls. Dights Falls is an artificial weir built on a natural rock bar across the Yarra. The weir was built in the 1840s to provide water to the 'Ceres' flour mill, one of the first in Victoria
