Burrumbeet is 2,400 hectare lake that sits just North west of Ballarat and is just 130 km to Melbourn CBD with dual freeway right to the lake. Burrumbeet sits at an elivation of 435 mts above sea level so it really can catch the SW ands Northerlys. The lake is about 6.6km long and 4.4 wide, covers about 24km2. Its been dry for around 8 years but now with the excellent rain is about 90% full with an average depth of 1.8mt its a perfect spot for some speed sailing or teaching someone not confident in the sea.
You can park at the waters edge and rig up on the grass making it very easy to sail. I mostly sail form the old ski club on the South east shore. If you google the lake for directions the map pic was taken when the lake was empty. I
t would be great to sea other sailer rather than just me and my dog.
should also ad this link its the BOM observation page the readings are taken only 3km from the lake www.bom.gov.au/products/IDV60801/IDV60801.94852.shtml
Hey Jack
What is the weed situation like? Do you use a weed fin?
What is the best wind direction for smooth water?
No weed fins needed
I like the NW or a W whick seem to blow a bit the the spring summer
Hi Jack,
Any underwater obstacles we should know about? e.g. old trees, etc...
Visit Creswick a bit - so might drop by with the gear someday...
Used to sail there years ago when I was first learning and stayed at the caravan park, is it still there?Abit of a trip , especially with a caravan in tow, found it easier to go to Inverloch. Westerly is abit off shore, and cold in the cooler months, warmer on the coast with the salt water, also, no real amenities eg pub, food, coffee, people with teeth etc, but had somegood times anyway.
