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Get ready to glide across the lake, sip craft brews on a self-guided brewery tour, and unwind lakeside. 

As the weather starts to warm up and winter becomes a distant memory, it’s the perfect time of year to head outdoors with the kids to explore Lake Macquarie’s beautiful parks, beaches and lake. In need of some inspiration? Check out our top spring suggestions for families below:1. Splash around at the beachLake Mac is lucky to have four different patrolled beaches, each a popular choice for families. They include:

Lake Macquarie is more than just Australia’s largest coastal lake. It’s a sanctuary of island adventures, cultural stories and natural beauty. Scattered across its vast waters are islands that range from sacred Aboriginal sites to sandbanks perfect for a summer picnic. Whether you're paddling, boating, birdwatching or diving, these islands offer something truly special right on our doorstep.

While the City hosts an abundance of peaceful natural experiences perfect for relaxing and unwinding, it is also an adrenaline junkies paradise.

There’s nothing better than going for a pleasant stroll on the weekend or to end a day at work. In Lake Macquarie you can walk along the coast, amongst calming bushland or alongside our namesake lake.