Lake ParramattaA Visit By RivercatCome visit Lake Parramatta with us. Located in the Hunts Creek catchment this lake was created in 1855 when a masonry dam was built to provide a source of freshwater to the then growing population. This beautiful area is surrounded by the stately forest which keeps it well shaded from the scorching sun in summer.
 View Larger Map Located just 2kms to the north of the city centre a number of different tracks make up a circuit around the lake. Local Council progressively upgrade tracks and trails throughout the area by providing access stairs, bridges, paths etc, to provide a better experience for visitors. In the centre of it’s valley, is this big rocks, a murmuring stream, delectable to the taste, meanders to the untaught notes of nature’s feathered care, that charm the ear with wild irregularity. Here caverns open to the untouched tribe, This area tells the story of the Burramatta Aboriginal people, early settlers, and multicultural communities. From the time of becoming Australia's second oldest city through its development to a contemporary role in a vibrant and demographic centre of the metropolitan region.
This is a great way to laze away the day. Spend a day out with Sydney ferries. Take the plunge, jump onboard the rivercat at any wharf it stops nearest you and ride on down to Parramatta and stroll a while. you'll be glad you did!
Don't forget to check out the visitors centre to learn some more about the area and it history. If you get the chance you just might be back.Download a Lake Parramatta Reserve Brochure Herehere a other walking track nearby such as The Ponds Walk from Carlingford to Rydalmere you can appreciate the majestic Sydney Blue Gums and bird life that abounds in Dundas Valley. For further information regarding walking tracks and trails in Parramatta please contact Council’s Natural Resources Team on 9806 5000
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