Natural Heritage & Water Park
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History
A section of the Serpentine Creek has been converted to form the Natural Heritage & Water Park. The development of the Park is a result of the closure of Boobera Lagoon, to power boats, on indigenous cultural grounds. The Lagoon had been a favourite spot for waterskiing for the local area and was the only suitable waterbody for the purpose.
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As a result of initiatives by the local Goondiwindi Town Council, the Federal Government through Environment Australia, made a decision to fund a Natural Heritage & Water Park, to make available skiing and boating facilities and to provide a focal point for tourism and recreation in the town and district.
The 210 ha recreational water park opened early in 2004 and offers plenty of activities for all ages. The purpose built 3km water channel provides great opportunities for water sports of all kinds including waterskiing, wakeboarding, canoeing and boating. It is also the perfect place to view the vast bird life, have a picnic on the lawn or swim at the “designated” area.
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Location
The Goondiwindi Natural Heritage &Water Park is situated to the east of Goondiwindi Town. To get there take the Kildonan Road exit of the Cunningham/Newell Highway roundabout and turn first left into Johnson Rd. The entrance is through the gates further up the road on the right.
Opening Times
| 1st September - 30th April |
6.00am - 7.00pm |
| 1st May - 31st August |
7.00am - 6.00pm |
Facilities
Licences & Regulations
All vessels require a permit obtainable from Council Office (8.00am to 4.00pm weekdays)
Money raised through these permits goes towards the upkeep of the park.
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Vessels 15hp or less
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Vessels over 15hp
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Direction of travel is anti clockwise
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Qld Transport Boating Rules apply
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Park is closed to skiing when depth of water is below 1.2 metres
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Pets, camping and open fires are stricly prohibited
For further information, please contact Goondiwindi Town Council:
