Hotels in Lake Macquarie, Australia
Lake Macquarie is a massive coastal saltwater lake in New South Wales, Australia, famous for sailing, fishing, and kayaking on its 136 square kilometers of calm waters. The climate is mild year-round, with winters averaging 55°F (13°C) perfect for bushwalking in the surrounding Watagan Mountains, and summers around 75°F (24°C) ideal for swimming at Redhead Beach or paddleboarding at Belmont. You can join a guided fishing charter from Swansea in spring, or explore the lake's 11 islands by kayak during autumn's cooler days.