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CYC weather
water quality
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Before you head out on the lake you can check the conditions here at the tab above, courtesy of the Canberra Yacht Club's weather station which includes wind speed, wind direction and 10 minute average wind speed. There is also a webcam.
The National Capital Authority has a water quality program that monitors the environmental status of Lake Burley Griffin, providing weekly reports during the recreational season, from mid October through to mid April each year. Information also at www.theswimguide.org/
Click here for a detailed satellite map of Lake Burley Griffin courtesy of Maphill.
Choose from several map styles. From street and road map to high-resolution satellite imagery of Lake Burley Griffin.


LAKE TRAFFIC FLOW GUIDE
Lake updates
Watercraft safety on Lake Burley Griffin. A handy traffic flow guide courtesy of the National Capital Authority (NCA).
The National Capital Authority (NCA) monitors Lake Burley Griffin and provides notifications including water quality, lake levels, events or safety issues among others.
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GoBoat: Canberra's newest lake sensation. Self drive electric picnic boats.
Undoubtedly, the best way to enjoy Lake Burley Griffin is on the water. Whether your passion is sailing, rowing, kayaking, dragon boating, canoeing, stand-up-paddle boarding, fishing or the occasional swim, there are many ways to enjoy the lake whatever your skill level or budget. Below is a list of commercial operators, clubs, organisations and suppliers who can help you get the best from Lake Burley Griffin. If we've missed anyone, let us know at  info.lakeburleygriffin@gmail.com

business operators

Business
Activity
Contact/website
GoBoat Canberra

Cruises and charter boats
02 6100 7776
https://goboatcanberra.com.au/
Lake Burley Griffin Cruises

Cruises and charter boats
0419 418 846
www.lakecruises.com.au
Canberra Cruises and Parties
Lake cruises by charter boat
Call Clint: 0406 520 898  or
http://www.canberrapartyboat.com.au/

MV Southern Cross
Cruises and charter boats
(02) 62731784
http://www.mvsoutherncross.com.au/
Canberra Yacht Club
Boat and Stand Up Paddle-board hire
(02) 6273 4777
https://canberrayc.com/boathire.php
YMCA Paddle Hub
Kayak and Stand Up Paddle-board hire
0407 262 975
http://canberra.ymca.org.au/what-we-do/activey/the-paddle-hub/
Stand Up Paddle Canberra
Stand Up Paddle lessons
+61 414 729 370
https://supcbr.com/
Seg Glide Ride
Segway hire
0406 379 518 - bookings are essential
http://www.segglideride.com.au/
Capital Paddle
Pedal boat hire
https://www.capitalpaddle.com.au/
Canberra Aqua Park
Climb, splash, slip and slide through a giant inflatable obstacle course
https://canberraaquapark.com/
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Members of the Canberra Rowing Club training hard on a Spring morning. © Anthony Croke

sporting clubs and other lake users

Below is a list of groups and organisations active on Lake Burley Griffin throughout the year. Any school rowing clubs listed don’t offer membership to the general public but spectators are welcome to their events. All provide many opportunities for sporting enthusiasts and amateur photographers. Once again, if we've missed anyone let us know at info.lakeburleygriffin@gmail.com
Organisation
Activity
Contact or Website
Burley Griffin Canoe Club
Canoeing/ kayaking
www.bgcc.org.au/
Kayak Canberra
Kayaking - online community
http://www.kayakcanberra.com/
Canberra Fisherman's Club
Fishing
https://www.canberrafishos.com/
Dragon Boats ACT
Dragon boating - including a list of dragon boat clubs in the ACT
http://www.dbact.com.au/
National Museum of Australia
Home to the paddle steamer, 'Enterprise'
http://www.nma.gov.au/collections/highlights/paddle-steamer-enterprise
Rowing ACT - comprehensive site with links to:
  • ACT Academy of Sport
  • Rowing Australia
  • ANU Boat Club
  • Black Mountain Rowing Club
  • Canberra Rowing Club
  • Capital Lakes Rowing Club
  • Australian Defence Force Academy
  • Canberra Grammar School
  • Canberra Girls Grammar School
  • Daramalan College Rowing Club
  • Radford College
  • Royal Military College, Duntroon
Rowing
http://rowingact.org.au/
Canberra Yacht Club
Sailing
https://canberrayc.com/
Sea Scouts Sailing Club
Sailing
actscouts@act.scouts.asn.au
YMCA Sailing Club
Sailing
https://canberra.ymca.org.au/what-we-do/activey/the-sailing-club/
Traditional Boat Squadron Australia
Special interest group fostering the use, construction, restoration and public display of traditional boats and associated items
www.tradboatsact.com
Triathlon ACT
Triathlons
www.triathlon.org.au/State_Associations/ACT/ACT_Home.htm
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