Lysterfield Lake

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    Lysterfield Lake

    Lysterfield Park

    Lysterfield Lake is very popular for canoeing, kayaking and sailing.

    Lysterfield Lake also offers two beaches suitable for walk in swimming access both located near Beach Carpark at the southern end of the lake. The lake is not patrolled by lifeguards and children should be supervised at all times. Due to unpredictable depths and waterbird habitat, swimming is not permitted elsewhere in the lake. The boat ramp allows access for sailing, canoeing, and stand up paddle boarding (no powered vessels allowed).

    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.

    As rivers, lakes and reservoirs are natural environments, you may encounter hazards. Follow our water safety advice together with the water safety signage in the park to make sure your day out Lysterfield Park is a safe and enjoyable one.

    Things to do

     
    Two friends in activewear walk away from the lake.

    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.
    Three friends share a picnic on the shores of Lysterfield Lake.

    Picnic areas in Lysterfield Park

    There are two picnic areas along the lake shore and both have toilets, picnic tables and free electric barbecues.
    Three mountain bikers turn left through a berm.

    Mountain biking at 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

    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.

    • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

      Mountain Bike Trail Open Status

      With persistent heavy rainfall and strong winds during the second half of 2022, Lysterfield Park's mountain bike trails sustained severe water logged conditions and significant tree damage. This was exacerbated by illegal riding in wet conditions which led to damage and unsafe ruts and gaps on some trails. Accordingly several mountain bike trails at Lysterfield Park remain closed until repair works can be completed. This is a necessary decision to protect the safety of visitors and maintain the integrity of the trails.
       
      As trails are repaired and assessed as safe they will be reopened. In the meantime please respect the trail closures and only ride open trails.

      The following trails are open (in addition to management vehicle trails):
      Lower Buckle 1.2km (between Lake Circuit and Lamberts Tk)
      State Mountain Bike Course 6.4km
      Aneurysm 1.5km
      Upper Blair Witch 2.0km
      Lower Blair Witch 2.4km
      Snipe 0.7km
      Pump Track (Jump Park) 
      Skills Park
      Trailmix 1.0km
      Redgum Trail 1.2km
      Hug trail 1.5km
      Granite Link 0.2km
      Dog Pound 0.6km
      Humping Hound 0.6km
      Follow Me 1.2km

      The following trails are closed:
      Lower Buckle 1.2km (Section North of Lamberts Tk)
      Upper Buckle 0.7km
      Follow Me 1.2km
      Middle 1.9km
      Buckle Down 0.3km
      Lil Shawty 0.2km 

      Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.
       
      Updated 15 March 2023.

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