Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island

If you’re planning an East Coast adventure then your journey won’t be complete without a trip to the formidable, Fraser Island. Steeped in adventure, overrun with wildlife and awash with natural beauty, Fraser Island is a real taste of paradise. The world’s largest sand island, you can expect acres of beaches, pristine waters and jungle all within a stone’s throw of each other.

Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island

One of the most stunning spots to visit whilst on Fraser Island is Lake McKenzie. Lake McKenzie is a “perched” lake meaning it only contains rainwater, no ground water and is not fed by any rivers, streams or the ocean. This oasis on the island is therefore where you’ll find some of the clearest water you’ve ever seen and makes for a welcome dip to cool off from the warm temperatures during the day. The water never drains from the lake as the sand and organic matter at the bottom of the lake forms an impervious layer, meaning the rainwater doesn’t drain away through the ground.

Lake McKenzie is complemented by pure white silica sands on its shores meaning it’s not only idyllic to look at, but is also super soft to tread underfoot. The stark white juxtaposed with the endless blues and greens of the lake make for a picture perfect setting – so make sure your phone or camera are fully charged before visiting. Dawn is a particularly gorgeous time to see the Lake whilst it’s at its calmest.

There are camping facilities, loos and cold showers nearby, so it is possible to camp near the lake to see its beauty at dawn or spend a lazy day taking in the spectacular views.

You can visit Lake McKenzie with Dropbear Adventures Fraser Island 4×4 tours over 3 days including many more stunning highlights of Fraser Island.

Book direct at dropbearadventures.com.au

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