Molong - Central New South Wales - Australian Holidays

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Wyangala Waters State park is the jewel in the crown of the Central West. it offers a clean, clear vast expanse of water with the surrounding area offering excellent water facilities.

Facts and Figures

Wyangala is located at the junction of the Lachlan and Abercrombie Rivers
The catchment area is 828,800 hectares
The capacity of the dam is 1,217,600 megalitres
The surface area is two and a half times Sydney Harbour
Work on the dam commenced in 1928, a 60 metre wall was erected and was completed in 1935
A second dam was proposed to increase the storage capacity for irrigation.
Worked commenced in 1961 and was completed in 1971
The length of the wall is 1,510 metres

Activities

- Fishing - Trout, Silver Perch, Yellow Belly, Cat Fish, Murray Cod and more
- Water Skiing - Power Boating - Canoeing - Sailing - Four Boat Ramps - Water Slide - Boat Hire - Mini Golf - 9 hole Golf Course nearby - Paintball (bookings only) - Walking Trails -
Sandy Beaches for just relaxing on - Spacious playground areas

Burrendong State Recreation Area edges Lake Burrendong: one of the State's most magnificent waterways; enjoyed by water enthusiasts and anglers. The park also provides the ideal countryside setting for many land-based activities. The park provides a recreational focal point for residents and tourists throughout the central west of New South Wales - anyone looking for a different type of outdoor experience.
Features include: two boat launching ramps, hectares of mown grass picnic areas, clean modern amenities, free gas barbecues, children's play equipment, shelter sheds and picnic tables.
Fishing: There are many popular fishing spots in the park. Live bait is generally available from the kiosk. Fish caught in the lake include redfin, catfish, yellowbelly, cod and trout.
Activities:Water sports are the most popular at Lake Burrendong. Sailing, powerboating and water skiing are well provided for with boat ramps and moorings at several locations within the park. Car trailer parking is available as well as boat and caravan storage areas. Water ski and sail boat race days are held from November to April.
Kiosk: Opens daily, provides groceries, take-away foods,ice, L.P. gas and fuel. Table service also available.
Land Based Activities: include golf, tennis, volleyball, bushwalking and horse riding by prior booking.

At the foot of Mount Canobolas is a large tranquil lake which provides a range of activities with the changing of the seasons. The lake is encompassed in the Lake Canobolas Recreation Park which is open every day of the year. No entrance or park fees are charged, however, the park is closed each evening at dusk.