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Lake Argyle
A man-made lake full of native flora and fauna.

Photo: Bungle Bungle Ranges

Lake Argyle is a majestic man made waterway, several times larger than Sydney Harbour. In fact, it is Australia's second largest (Lake Gordon/Lake Pedder, Tasmania is the largest) artificial lake by area.

The damming of the Ord River was completed in 1972 however this is not just another dam. The tips of the mountains of the surrounding Carr Boyd Ranges tumble into the lake making it look like some kind of strange desert fjord. Away towards the horizon small mountains rise out of the lake like islands. There are over 70 islands throughout the lake.

Explore the lake by air to really appreciate its grandeur, or by boat for a glimpse of the diverse wildlife, which includes wallabies and hundreds of species of birds. Lake Argyle has developed its own ecosystems and native flora and fauna abound, both in the waters and on the many islands. Boat cruises on the lake are the best way to experience the magnificent scenery and wildlife of the area.

Lake Argyle is located 70 kilometres from Kununurra in Western Australia's Kimberley region.

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Lake Argyle offers a greater expanse of water from which steep red rocky slopes reach up in awe-inspiring grandeur.

Photo: Lake Argyle as seen from space

Lake Argyle, The Kimberley

Photo: Lake Argyle

Lake Argyle

Map of Lake Argyle

Photo: Lake Argyle dam wall

Lake Argyle dam wall

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