Lake Dunn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lake Dunn(Pajingo Bola) |
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 Lake Dunn
(Pajingo Bola) Location in Queensland
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| Location | Upland, 63km North East of Aramac, Queensland |
| Coordinates | 22°36′00″S 145°40′19″E / 22.5999°S 145.672°E |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Basin countries | Australia |
Lake Dunn is a freshwater lake located in Queensland, Australia. It's found in a place called Upland, about 63 kilometers (39 miles) northeast of Aramac, Queensland. The local Indigenous people also call it Pajingo Bola, which means "Big Fella Waterhole."
This lake is super important because it's the only wetland area in Central West Queensland. Because of this, it's home to a huge number of waterfowl – that's birds that live near water! Lake Dunn is also located south of a bigger lake called Lake Galilee.
Discover Lake Dunn
Lake Dunn is a special place for nature lovers. The area around the lake has beautiful River Red Gum and Coolibah trees. These trees provide shade and a home for many animals.
What Can You Do There?
The local council has worked hard to make Lake Dunn a great spot to visit. They've added picnic facilities, so you can enjoy a meal outdoors with your family or friends. It has become a popular place for people who live nearby to relax and have fun.
Even though the lake water can look a bit muddy, it's still amazing for birdwatchers and anyone who loves nature. You can often see many different types of birds here because it's such an important wetland.
Images for kids
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A view of Queensland from space, showing the vast landscape where Lake Dunn is located.
