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Lake Eden, North Lakes

Lake Eden at North Lakes is a beautiful, man-made lake surrounded by greenspace and teeming with wildlife. Take your time and enjoy the water views as you make your way around the wheelchair-accessible pathways and boardwalks.

Dotted throughout the parklands (North Lakes, Town Park) are three separate playgrounds, complete with play equipment, shelters, tables and chairs, and BBQ facilities. Accessible toilets are located in the playground next to the North Lakes Hotel.

There’s lots to see in amongst the shady trees, water, and lilypads. Keep an eye out for ducks, pelicans, and lizards from one of the many viewing areas.

Spacious decks and platforms are located along the boardwalks and around the lake. There is room to sit and rest, and plenty of turnaround space for wheelchairs and walkers. Rails and signage (some with pictures) are provided for extra guidance.

Lake Eden has wide accessible pathways and boardwalks for you to explore
Lake Eden has wide accessible pathways and boardwalks for you to explore

Lake Eden is great for picnics, bird watching, relaxing in the shade, meeting up with friends, a family day out, and playing in the park.

Just a few minutes’ drive from the North Lakes Westfield shopping centre, finish your trip to Lake Eden with morning tea or lunch at one of the local cafés, or catch a movie at North Lakes Event Cinemas.

The park also has an outdoor function area with amphitheatre-style seating alongside a large grassed area. Fitness groups often use this space, but couples can also hire it for weddings.

The Lake Eden Trail weaves around the entire boundary of Lake Eden and is part of the council’s 10,000 steps program. At 1,676m from start to finish, everyone can enjoy the Lake Eden Trail.

Lake Eden is home to a population of turtles, which you can spot from the deck if a wheelchair user
Lake Eden is home to a population of turtles, which you can spot from the deck if a wheelchair user

Facilities:

  • Three (3) different playgrounds with equipment
  • Accessible pathways and boardwalks around lake
  • Picnic shelters
  • Tables and chairs
  • BBQs
  • Water fountains
  • Accessible toilets
  • Dog waste disposal bags
  • Rubbish bins

Nearby venues/Food & Drink:

Lake Eden is located in the vibrant community of North Lakes (north of Brisbane), and less than 5 minutes’ drive to Westfield North Lakes. This large shopping centre offers a range of cafés and dining options, in addition to supermarkets and specialty stores.

Lake Eden is a lovely place to take in a Moreton Bay Region sunset
Lake Eden is a lovely place to take in a Moreton Bay Region sunset

Sensory Considerations

Tactile:

  • Wooden boardwalks with side rails, and cement paths
  • Playgrounds with moveable equipment (hard and soft surfaces)
  • Grass, trees and native plants (leaves, bark etc)

Visual:

  • Large lake with lots of water birds, lizards, and small native animals
  • Wooden viewing decks (plenty of space for wheelchairs and walkers)
  • Located in a parkland setting, there are general wildlife noises (bird calls, moving water)

Auditory:

NOTE: Lake Eden’s surrounding parkland is used as a venue for local events and recreational activities throughout the year. This includes the weekly Parkrun event, a community-based 5km fun run held every Saturday at 7.00am. It also hosts an annual Colour Frenzy fun run and markets.

North Lakes Hotel is situated on the lake and has a cafe
North Lakes Hotel is situated on the lake and has a cafe

Address:

22 Lakefield Dr, North Lakes QLD 4509

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