Lake Alford Recreational Park
Highlights
- Explore the tranquil lake for peaceful picnics and leisurely walks amidst stunning natural surroundings.
- Visit on market days to discover handmade goods, crafts, and fresh produce from local artisans.
- Enjoy the all-abilities playground and off-leash dog park, perfect for family fun and furry friends.
- Uncover local history at the nearby Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum for a rich cultural experience.
Discover Lake Alford Recreational Park, affectionately known as the “Duck Ponds” a vibrant family destination at the southern gateway to the Gympie Region.
Perfect for all ages, the park features an all-abilities playground, barbecues, restrooms, an off-leash dog park, and plenty of parking. The tranquil lake provides a peaceful backdrop for picnics, leisurely walks, or simply relaxing while enjoying the natural surroundings. Just remember not to feed the wildlife to help protect the ecosystem. Every first, third, and fifth Sunday of the month, the park comes alive with markets offering handmade goods, crafts, fashion, accessories, and fresh produce. History buffs can explore the Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum, while the Gympie Visitor Information Centre provides maps, tips, and advice for discovering the wider region.
Include Lake Alford Recreational Park in your itinerary for a fun-filled day of history, markets, and family-friendly outdoor adventure in the Gympie Region.
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Accreditations
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Visitor Information Centre National Accreditation
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia (GALTA)
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Visitor Information Centre
- Destination Gympie Region
Features
Activities
Tags
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
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