Brown Lake — Attraction in Greater Brisbane

Such a refreshing place to visit on an amazing Island. Lake Bummiera has special significance to the local Aboriginal people, and if you visit at a quiet time of day you’ll feel the magic. I acknowledge and respect the Quandamooka people who belong to country. I would like to share a Poem by local Artist, Brendon Coghill to give understanding to the significance or this sacred place. I will tell you a story of a lake they call Brown, For we call it Bumeira where the t-trees surround. As the women tell stories and the children all play, Gabul the giant carpet snake protects them all day. This snake has been seen by my peoples own eye’s, For I know this is true for my people don’t lie. To swim in the lake we have to ask for permission; To enter and enjoy without any further discussion. We are not permitted to swim to the centre of the lake, It is where her spirit lies and sometimes she’s awake. The black spirits that you see are our people from our past, As we sit and tell our stories of our Dreamtime they will last. The goanna’s near the lake are always in and out of trees, Crawling through the sand always searching for a feed. To come together at this lake is so special for our race, For when we swim and tell stories we leave not a trace. The only remains that we leave are our footprints in the sand, Now they don’t belong to us they now belong to the land. Night time we are not permitted to venture anywhere near it. So respect this sacred woman’s lake when you visit this ancient land, And take your time and nestle down like goanna’s in the sand. Bumeira is very sacred to our women and children you see, So enjoy this special place and the...

Brown Lake, also known as Lake Bummiera, is a natural freshwater lake located on North Stradbroke Island, also known as Minjerribah, in Queensland, Australia. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists visiting the island.

Brown Lake is named for its distinctive brown-colored waters, which are caused by the natural tannins released by the surrounding vegetation. The lake is surrounded by a sandy beach and is set within a tranquil forested area, providing a serene and picturesque setting.

The lake is known for its calm and clear waters, making it a great spot for swimming and relaxing. The water is also said to have therapeutic properties and is believed to be good for the skin.

Visitors to Brown Lake can enjoy picnicking and sunbathing on the sandy shores, taking a refreshing dip in the lake, or simply immersing themselves in the peaceful natural surroundings. The lake is accessible via a short walk from the parking area and is suitable for visitors of all ages.

It's worth noting that while swimming is allowed in Brown Lake, there are no lifeguards on duty, so it's important to exercise caution and be aware of your own swimming abilities.

When visiting Brown Lake on North Stradbroke Island, it's recommended to bring essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, and drinking water. Additionally, it's always a good idea to follow any guidelines or regulations provided by the local authorities to ensure the preservation of the natural...

Brown Lake gets its name from the tea tree stained waters (which are also like a natural high softener after a swim). This peaceful, beautiful lake has gentle ripples depending on the wind factor, and is surrounded by tea trees, and local fauna & flora.

My only beef is the entitled and lack of standards that the visitors seem to have, leaving behind plastic bottles, food on the ground or rubbish. I found an empty plastic water bottle and lid this trip, and was not surprised that ANY of the many visitors there even bothered to pick it up and put it into a recycling ♻️ bin 🚮 let alone little bits of blue foam from SUP’s or floating devices.

Apart from the visitors, this site is magical and so worth visiting. Definitely worth having a swim. If you go right out to the centre and dive, the water gets cooler the...