LAKE ARGYLE is Australia’s largest expanse of fresh water. It boasts over 26 species of native ﬁsh and supports a commercial ﬁshery as well as the newly established Aquaculture Industry.

Latest research estimates up to 25,000 Johnstone River Fresh Water crocodiles inhabit Lake Argyle. Rock Wallabies thrive in rocky crevices close to the waters edge. Euros (Wallaroos) on the islands have adapted to feed on the lakes aquatic plants. Home to almost 1/3 of Australia’s bird species, Lake Argyle is designated a RAMSAR wetland of International Signiﬁcance.

We specialise in observing wildlife, but due to the nature of wild animals it cannot be guaranteed you will see all that is described in this brochure. At the Lake Argyle village above the Main Dam you will ﬁnd motel style cabins, shop, bar, restaurant and a caravan park. Drop in and try the local catch, “Silver Cobbler” delivered fresh daily. Nearby is the Historical Durack Family Homestead Museum.

Lake Argyle weather synopsis

Since continuous warm weather is a feature of the region, the seasons are determined by the presence or absence of rainfall and its associated humidity.

The DRY season (approximately May to October) is characterised by generally mild conditions and clear days, although some haze may form. Gusty winds may develop from a calm within 15 minutes to give a choppy water surface. The wind generally blows from the SE to SW quarter and may establish itself at night.

The WET season (approximately November to April) is the period of maximum rainfall, which is received from cyclonic depressions and thunderstorms. Generally coming from the East or West, these storms occur erratically within the season. Rain occurs in short heavy showers (averaging 20mm per wet day) and these are interspersed with fine warm weather.