Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam
Kununurra, Western Australia
A vast reservoir of the Ord River, completed in 1971, holding roughly 19 times the volume of Sydney Harbour and dotted with hilltop islands. Cruises show birdlife and freshwater crocodiles. About 70 km from Kununurra by sealed road; the lake is best seen from the water.
- Nearest town
- Kununurra, Western Australia
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- -16.1190, 128.7440
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually July. Hot in all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam?
Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam is in Kununurra, Western Australia, at GPS -16.1190, 128.7440.
Which road trips pass Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam?
Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: East Kimberley: Kununurra, Lake Argyle and the Bungle Bungles.
What is there to see near Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam?
Places worth a stop nearby: Lake Argyle Resort and infinity pool (1 km), Lake Argyle (2 km), Lily Creek Lagoon (37 km) and Kelly's Knob Lookout (38 km).
When is the best time to visit Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually July. Hot in all year round. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)