Lochiel Lake is best seen during a road trip through Clare Valley wine region, cycling between cellar-door wineries and sampling local flavors at a farm-to-table restaurant before spending the night under vineyards in a luxurious glamping tent.
Dunaliella salina and Halobacteria microorganisms produce vibrant pink water due to secreting carotenoid red pigments into the water that give these lakes their vibrant hue.
Lake Bumbunga
Lake Bumbunga’s bubblegum pink shores draw photographers and travellers from across Australia to its salinity-driven shores within two hours’ driving of Adelaide. A salt lake, it changes color throughout the year based on salinity levels; currently located near Lochiel farming town it has been mined for salt since 1881 – its name being derived from Parnpangka (Indian) meaning rain lake.
As you approach a lake, you’re met by an eye-catching swath of pink that extends out toward the horizon. This stunning scenery can be especially vibrant during autumn or spring; however, its hue can change according to weather conditions or drought – even potentially turning into moon-like desert conditions!
No matter its state, lakes remain worth exploring and there are various ways you can explore this natural phenomenon. Sleep in an adorable lakeside tiny house (ideal for two), camp among vineyards in a bell tent or check into one of many luxurious glamping tents available.
Living Hedges Mintaro Maze, featuring over 800 conifers arranged into an intricate labyrinth of twists and turns to challenge even the most dedicated explorers, is another landmark of the Lake area. After exploring it all day, take the short drive north to Clare Valley for some world-renowned Riesling at cellar-door wineries of historic towns such as Sevenhill or Auburn; here you’ll also find farm-to-table restaurants, country pubs and quirky relics such as Loch Eel sculpture which reminisces Scotland’s monster!
Lake Hart
Lake Hart neighborhood of Orlando provides residents with a peaceful place to call home, situated near major Orlando attractions and Orange County parks, boasting its own golf course called North Shore at Lake Hart and providing spacious yet reasonably priced homes, making this neighborhood perfect for families.
Lake Hart offers predominantly single-family homes, although there are condominiums and townhouses as well. It features a suburban atmosphere ideal for raising families; population here stands at under 1,000. Furthermore, Lake Hart boasts low crime rates while public schools rank above average.
Lake Hart offers an assortment of rental properties, from studio apartments and 2-bedroom units. Studios tend to be ideal for singles who prioritize a central location over space; 2-bedroom units tend to be preferred by families as they typically feature 3 or more bedrooms – these units can often be found within new developments close to shopping and dining options.
Lake Hart residents work primarily in healthcare and education fields; however, some work as managers. Lake Hart also boasts an above-average number of working parents with an extremely low unemployment rate.
Most Lake Hart area commuters rely on driving alone to and from work each day, given its small size; public transit options can be difficult and most commuters drive alone to work. On average, commute times average 31 minutes while home appreciation in Lake Hart has increased 18.1% in just 10 years.
Lake Albert
Lake Owasso is home to small communities living along its shores who mainly engage in fishing. A safari through this lake allows you to interact with these people and experience their way of life, providing a valuable glimpse into another perspective on life.
Lake Albert, situated within Africa’s Great Rift Valley, has a maximum depth of 51 metres. Fed by Semuliki River and drained via Albert Nile, Lake Albert serves as both drinking water source for its basin residents as well as fisheries (notably Nile tilapia) for local fishermen as well as livelihoods of many farmers growing beans and bananas for subsistence farming; additionally it supplies power for numerous hydroelectric dams located along its edges.
Lake Albert boasts an astonishing variety of flora and fauna with many rare species found nowhere else, making its basin an area that attracts numerous visitors from around the globe and providing vital revenue streams for Uganda’s economy.
Lake Como boasts a low level of biodiversity; however, cichlid species dominate its catch. Lates macrophthalmus is the most popular cichlid here and is listed on IUCN’s red list as threatened species. Furthermore, Pelicans, herons, shoebills, African spoonbills, and Abyssinian birds all inhabit its waters, as well as numerous reptiles and amphibians that inhabit its shores.
Lake Gregory
Lake Gregory, hidden within San Bernardino National Forest’s mountains near a small mountain town, offers the ideal retreat from summer heat. Boasting an elevation of 4528 feet, its 84-acre reservoir sits surrounded by cool cedar pine forests for cooling relief – it makes an excellent getaway!
Lake Gregory offers sandy beaches, an inflatable waterpark and SoCal’s only mountain waterslide – making it a summer hot spot for swimmers, fishers and picnickers. Additionally, its boathouse rents kayaks, canoes, row boats and aqua cycles as well as electric 9-seat covered “Duffy” boats for rent. Plus there’s two snack bars, rest rooms and two large covered pavilions which can be reserved by groups for use!
Rim of the World Waterpark at Lake Gregory is an attractive summer attraction for children, offering diving platforms, water nozzles and slides for diving. Open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day with tickets costing $10 daily or $89 annually available, this summertime attraction promises thrills galore.
Lake Gregory offers year-round fishing activities and has earned itself the reputation as one of SoCal’s finest trout lakes, featuring rainbow trout and exotic lightning trout from Sierra Nevada suppliers that are regularly stocked from Sierra Nevada suppliers. Fishing passes are available online or at either its new bait and tackle shop or boathouse.
At Lake Gregory, dogs are welcome and allowed on most boating trails and on the swim beach. A separate fenced area called South Shore Dog Park features separate yards for small and large breeds. Easy-riding electric bikes are available for rent from both Lake Gregory Boathouse and soon-to-be opened locations on South Shore meadow.
Quairading Pink Lake
Quairading Pink Lake stands out as an all-year marvel. Situated in South Australia near Adelaide, this picturesque pink lake gets its distinctive hue thanks to a mix of salt-loving bacteria and Dunaliella algae which release beta carotene into the water, turning it pink. Furthermore, Quairading Pink Lake stands as Australia’s purest pink lake.
Dimboola Pink Lake in northern Victoria is an absolute must-see, having become an immensely popular tourist attraction over 100 years ago. Offering stunning views and set against an idyllic landscape with dunes in shades of terracotta-red, its pink hue can be attributed to Salinibacter ruber bacteria inhabiting its depths – harvesting salt from this lake has also taken place for over 100 years and still takes place today!
Lake Eyre in South Australia is another gorgeous pink lake in Australia and an absolute must-see during the day, but comes alive at night when its salt content gives way to pink hues – perfect for star gazing and camping trips, plus offering stunning road trip opportunities through South Australia!
Lake Hillier in Western Australia is widely recognized for its stunning pink hue that changes due to various environmental factors. Unfortunately, this lake no longer retains its former hue – however plans are currently underway to restore it in the near future.
