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Lake levels

Check today's water level before you tow. It changes the ramps you can use and where it's safe to swim.

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Data from Goulburn-Murray Water. Levels are indicative — always check on-site before launching.

What this means for you

Boat ramps

Water level affects which ramps you can launch from. At the main basins most ramps are open at moderate levels — always confirm your ramp before you tow.

Swimming

Plenty of water in the swimming bays. Keep the 5-knot limit within 50 m of the shore and watch for other craft.

Hazards

As the level drops, submerged timber sits closer to the surface. Go slow in unfamiliar arms and near the banks.

Lake level guide
80–100%
Excellent
All ramps open. Full water sports, deep launching, easy access everywhere.
60–80%
Very good
Most ramps open. Great conditions for boating and skiing.
40–60%
Good
Main ramps open — check the shallower ones before you tow. Watch for exposed timber.
20–40%
Low
Limited ramp access. Launch with care and stick to the deeper arms.
Under 20%
Very low
Most ramps closed. Hazards near the surface — check with locals first.
Official water data — G-MWaterUpdated every four hours.