Lake Ginninderra, artificial lake in Canberra, Australia
Lake Ginninderra is a water reservoir in Canberra built in 1974 to manage stormwater and prevent flooding across surrounding suburbs. This shallow body of water, averaging 3.5 meters deep and covering approximately 2.6 square kilometers, is circled by maintained walking and cycling paths.
The water body was created in 1974 by damming Ginninderra Creek to capture stormwater from surrounding suburbs. In 2004, the embankment was raised by one meter to improve flood safety and enhance water management across the region.
The water body serves as a gathering place where locals walk, exercise, and observe native wildlife like black swans and moorhens. Over time it has become a neighborhood destination where people pause from daily life to enjoy the outdoors together.
The loop trail circling the water is well maintained and relatively flat, making it accessible for people of all fitness levels. Bring water and wear casual clothing; early mornings and late afternoons offer the most comfortable conditions.
The water body features Running Lights, a kinetic sound sculpture that moves with wind and water, creating sounds as it shifts. This unexpected art installation gives visitors a creative experience as they walk the surrounding paths.
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