Southern Recreation Area

Accessed via Maleny, the Southern Recreation Area at Lake Baroon provides a variety of facilities for visitors to enjoy while taking in the hinterland scenery.

Download the Lake Baroon Recreation Guide for detailed information about activities, as well as a map and important safety information.

Location

Baroon Pocket

THINGS TO DO NEARBY

BBQs and picnics at Southern Recreation Area

Canoeing at Southern Recreation Area

Kayaking at Lake Baroon (Southern Recreation Area)

Fishing at Southern Recreation Area

Swimming at Baroon's Southern Recreation Area

The designated swimming area is marked with buoys on the water.

Electric boating at Southern Recreation Area

There is a boat ramp at the Southern Recreation Area of Lake Baroon.

Vessels are only to be operated from the designated boat ramp.

Please keep a safe distance from other lake users.

All activities on Seqwater lakes are covered by the Boating Regulations set by Maritime Safety Queensland (msq.qld.gov.au).

Walking trails at Baroon Pocket

Rowing at Lake Baroon (Northern Recreation Area)

Martin Williams Walk, Baroon Pocket

Stand up paddling at Baroon's Southern Recreation Area

Sailing at Lake Baroon (Northern Recreation Area)

Sailing at Lake Baroon (Southern Recreation Area)

Rowing at Lake Baroon (Southern Recreation Area)

Stand up paddling at Northern Recreation Area

Kayaking at Lake Baroon (Northern Recreation Area)

BBQs and Picnics at Northern Recreation Area

Fishing at Northern Recreation Area

You can fish from your vessel or along the shore of the designated recreation area. Much of the land surrounding the lake is private property. Accessing private land to fish is not permitted.

Remember the lake is home to an abundance of wildlife. It’s very important to ensure that all rubbish, especially fishing line and hooks, are disposed of properly to avoid serious harm to wildlife.

Fishing

Electric boating from Northern Recreation Area

Electric powered boating is permitted on Lake Baroon.

There is a boat ramp located at the Northern Recreation Area. Vessels are only to be operated from the designated boat ramp.

Please keep a safe distance from other lake users. All activities on Seqwater lakes are covered by the Boating Regulations set by Maritime Safety Queensland (msq.qld.gov.au).

Canoeing at Northern Recreation Area

Access from boat ramps at Southern and Northern Recreation areas.

Picnic at Spillway Lookout Recreation Area