Lake Paluma Activities

Things to see and do at Lake Paluma

Boating

A morning paddle around the dam is a rewarding experience - set aside at least four hours.

Non-motorised vessels such as kayaks and canoes are ideal for finding the elusive platypus that live in the backwaters of the Lake.

Paddle up any one of the small creeks entering the Lake. You may surprise an Eastern Water Dragon sunning itself on overhanging branches. These dragons will usually drop into the water as soon as they see you - so keep an eye out.

There are no significant fish species in Lake Paluma. The slightly acidic, low nutrient waters of the Lake are not suitable for most fish species. A small population of Spangled Perch is all that remains of a stocking program which also included Brown Trout.

Peregrine Bay is named after the pair of Peregrine Falcons that nest in the large dead tree standing in the middle of the Bay. Breeding time begins from about August every year - but always approach quietly so you don't disturb the birds.

Redclaw Fishing in Lake Paluma datasheet  (110KB)

Council strongly recommends all children occupying canoers/kayaks/boats wear an approved personal flotation device.

More Information

• Water levels for Paluma Dam
• Information on Paluma State Forest
• Information on Mt Spec National Park
• Generate a plant or animal species list online
• Paluma accommodation and food outlets
• Wet Tropics Rainforest web site
• Hidden Valley Cabins 20km west of Lake Paluma
• Kookaburra tours

Map of Lake Paluma

Click on the link to view a map of the Lake and see the various activity locations.

Locations include: Python Point, Bellbird Beach, Tall Timbers, Dragon Inlet, Secret Point, Platypus Inlet, The Reach, Bowebird Bay, Mountain View Bay, Sundew Bay, Perigrine Bay, North Peregrine, Spillway Picnic Area, Lakeside, and Riflebird Gully.

For more information, please phone the Customer Service Centre on 4727 9000 or submit an online query.

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