Lake King Wetlands at Rutherglen

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Lake King was formed in the late 1860’s, its original purpose to provide the town’s water supply. Today, it is nestled between the Rutherglen Golf Course, Rutherglen Holiday Park, Apex Playground and the Rutherglen Bowling Green.
Great spot to have a picnic whle riding your bikes around it
Family looking at the bird life at the wetlands
Information on Tommy McRae and his history around the Rutherglen area
The caravan park overlooks the sculpture and lake
The playgound is next to the Lake King wetlands
Rutherglen Gold Club overlooks Lake King Wetlands
Tommy was an aboriginal artist in the 1800's, this is a replica of one of his first paintings
Lake King is also a short walk to the showgrounds
Rutherglen Caravan Park overlooks the Lake King Wetlands
Lake King Wetlands is a popular spot with locals and tourist who enjoy walking around the one kilometre Arthur Mann Scenic Walk, which gives you a great opportunity to view the bird life that makes Lake King Wetlands their home.

Lake King Wetlands is also home of the sculpture, Tommy McRae Tribute.

Public toilets, barbecue facilities , children’s playground and skate park are available.

There is no swimming allowed in Lake King, however not far from the lake is the Rutherglen Swimming Pool which is open during the summer months.
Information

Address

Murray Street, Rutherglen, Victoria, 3685

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