Lake Alexander — Attraction in East Point

In the Nt where Crocodile encounters can be numerous, it is comforting to know that Darwin has included, in close proximity to the centre, Lake Alexander and Darwin Waterfront Lagoon. These two places are ideal for a very safe and pleasurable swim in the Arafura sea water that is filtered to these two enclosed locations. Lake Alexander is just past the town of Fannie Bay, man made sandy shores with plenty of natural shade from trees, ample picnic tables and chairs, a small children's play area and a calm clean lake ideal for a relaxing swim or enjoying a paddle board on the calm waters. This is as safe as it gets. There is also ample free parking. The Lagoon is situated close to Stokes Wharf just behind the Adina Vibe Hotel, the complex offers two hours free parking. The Lagoon has plenty of shaded green areas. It also has Lido and a large aquatic park for old and young to enjoy. There are cafes and restaurants along the waterfront. Both these places are just great and truly...

This lake is free and safe to swim surrounded by parkland, walking, jogging and cycling tracks, the beach, kids playgrounds, free BBQ's and shaded seating areas. Great views back towards the city and across Darwin Harbour, lots of history at the "Gun Turrets" and the Darwin Military Museum on the East Pt Reserve and plenty of access to fish along the coastal rocks. Plenty of parking available, great for swimming, kayaking and safe small boat sailing. Also a great place for local birdlife and animals. Birds, ducks, magpie geece, kytes, hawks & mammals...

A very large public area with lots of shaded areas (some rotunda style, lots of big trees and bushes). A few BBQs scattered around the area can make for a good lunch, they're not too busy except for on weekends. You can walk along the beach if you like crocodiles, alternatively you can swim in the safest lake in Darwin on the other side of the park. If you've got kids watch out as the water can get quite deep very quickly in some parts, and other parts have very sticky mud that they can...