Lillydale Lake
Lillydale Lake (the name retaining the earliest spelling and the name of the former Lillydale Shire) is an artificial lake and wetlands area created in Lilydale, an outer eastern suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The park in which the lake is situated covers over 100 hectares (250 acres) and includes extensive recreational facilities.[1]
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| Location | Lilydale, Victoria |
| Coordinates | 37°45′57″S 145°21′11″E |
| Lake type | artificial lake |
| Basin countries | Australia |
| Surface area | 28 ha (69 acres) |
| Average depth | 3 m (9.8 ft) |
The lake covers 28 hectares with a 440 metre long dam wall. The ruins of the 1850s era Cashin's flour mill stand at the northern end of the dam wall. There are over 10 kilometres of shared trails, a community room and meeting facilities, a monster playground,[2] toilets, barbecues and a picnic area. A boat launching ramp provides for non-powered boating. There are also two areas where dogs can exercise off leash.[3]
History
Areas of Lilydale township are low-lying and susceptible to flooding from the Olinda Creek.[4]
In 1853 surveyor James Blackburn saw the site as a location for a water catchment though the Yan Yean Reservoir was eventually built instead.
The local council proposed a 65-hectare park in 1969 with several more proposals made but due to lack of funds none eventuated. Following floods in September 1984, construction of the lake was proposed to prevent future flooding and provide recreational facilities. Construction began in 1988 and was completed in June 1990. It was officially opened to the public on 7 July 1990.
Local residents often walk, run or cycle around the lake for fitness reasons.
References
- ".: Lillydale Lake". Archived from the original on 27 August 2010. Retrieved 4 September 2010.
- "Lillydale Lake". 28 August 2020.
- "Lillydale Lake | Dog Parks | Doggo - Where Dogs Go To Play!". Archived from the original on 7 March 2011.
- "Lillydale Lake". Archived from the original on 3 October 2009. Retrieved 17 December 2009.
Further reading
- Lillydale Lake: History & Development, Shire of Yarra Ranges, Lilydale, Australia
- Lillydale Lake: Park Map, Shire of Yarra Ranges, Lilydale, Australia
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