Summer 21/22: The coolest attractions in the Central West

Forbes Ski Dam

We have water – and plenty of it!

From the Lachlan River, to our beautiful Lake and even the Forbes Wetlands (aka Gum Swamp Bird Hide)!

Water activities and attractions for summer – we’ve got you covered.

We are sure that by now you know “we have water”.

The magnificent Lachlan River sits on the edge of our beautiful town of Forbes: running from Cowra to the east, to Condobolin to the west.

Like many waterways, the Lachlan River is not exempt from Mother Nature’s seasonal fluctuations. It has been a hard time for our beautiful town, along with several others, and in particular our farming community.

We’re definitely keen for you to visit, and we know you’re probably so ready to get out on the open road – we’d love you to vacay here this year, and if there is one silver lining of experiencing floods – it’s that after a few years of drought, the lakes and rivers are full and flowing.

But did you also know we have the tranquil Lake Forbes that is situated right in town, and includes the Aquatic Centre (Ski Dam) for your favourite summer activities?

Forbes Ski Dam
The Ski Dam is a great spot to check out during your summer holiday in the Central West.

It has a fantastic kids playground (and nice grassy area for them to run around on) plus undercover BBQ facilities with seating for a perfect summer afternoon.

Launch the boat or jet ski, or simply sit along the sandy shoreline – who says you have to be on the coast to get those beach vibes?!

Lake Forbes (CBD)
If a slower pace is more your thing, but you still want to be by the water, pick one of the many spots along the Lake’s edge closer to town to put down your picnic blanket, or set up a table and some chairs (or utilise the ones already installed for your pleasure) and take in the fresh country air and idyllic surroundings.

Gum Swamp
Gum Swamp Bird Hide is a glorious natural haven for a wide variety of birdlife and a great place to wander – take a peaceful walk through the nature reserve. You’ll even spy the resident giant goanna surveying the surrounds – but don’t worry, he won’t bite, he’s made entirely out of steel and is part of our amazing Sculpture Trail!

Water Spray Park

Water Spray Park

And back on the Lake – there’s also a water spray park to keep the kids cool and entertained, while you perch on the grassy lawns and take in the view.

All right on the banks of Lake Forbes – what a perfect way to spend a summer afternoon with the family…

So, why not Find yourself… in Amazing Forbes this summer!?

Contact
tourism@forbes.nsw.gov.au
02 6852 4155 (Office hours)
Railway Station, Union Street. Forbes NSW 2871
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