Overview
Lake King was formed in the late 1860s to provide the town’s water supply. It also served as a swimming pool at one time complete with diving board and lighting.
Named after Daniel King, local bootmaker, vigneron and active community member, the walk gives you a great opportunity to view the local bird life and a number of works from the aRTS Rutherglen Scuplture Trail. Lake King is stocked with Yellow Belly and Redfin and is a perfect spot for the kids to learn how to fish. Enjoy a picnic lunch or a BBQ with family and friends.
Although no swimming is allowed, the nearby Rutherglen Swimming Pool is open during the summer months.
Route Details
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Short Walks
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1.2 kms
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30 Minutes
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Grade 1
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Circuit Walk
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Nature Walks
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Start
Walking
Start Walking: Apex Park, Murray Street, Rutherglen
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Starting at Apex Park just beside the playground. Head towards the lake and join the path heading to the right.
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After 200m take the footpath to the left closest to the lake. Up ahead you will turn left at the seat to join the gravel path.
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Follow the path around Lake King, you will see the Lake King Lounge at about halfway.
The walk finishes back at the playground.
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End Walking: Apex Park, Murray Street, Rutherglen