The waters of Lake Centenary have nurtured several water skiers of world class talent in Temora over the years.
Water sports are a passion for many people living in, and visiting, Temora.
Lake Centenary, just north of the town, is a man-made centre for aquatic enthusiasts – whether it is power-boating, waterskiing, sailing, canoeing, fishing or just swimming.
The lake has an excellent boat ramp as well as landscaped picnic facilities, and is an ideal venue for a relaxing day out.
Occasionally, the lake is closed for various events or environmental issues, with further information available on the www.temora.nsw.gov.au website, Council's Facebook page or the Lake Centenary Facebook page.
It also features a V8 Jetsprint boat racing course, which has been used to host national and state titles.
Lake Loop Walking Track
A 2.7km purpose built path for you to walk or cycle the perimeter of the lake.
The lake is also connected to the township of Temora with a 3.7km walking and cycle path beginning at Apex Park on Hoskins Street
Boating and Skiing
Ski boats, jetskis, dingys and kayak/canoes are all welcome on the lake.
Four boats are permitted on the water at any one time and must follow an anti-clockwise direction.
The boat ramp is accessed by a boom gate.
Contact the Caltex Service Station at 109 Hoskins St or phone (02) 6977 1265 to open the boom gate.
Caltex is open daily: 7am - 7pmThe
Fishing
Murray cod, golden perch and silver perch fingerlings are regularly released in the lake.
Fishing is permitted from boats and right around the lake’s edge. Fire pits and picnic tables are provided in various locations along the Lake Loop path.
Bait can be purchased at:
• Cornfords Hardware - 146 Hoskins St
• Reardo’s Fishing and Camping - 149Hoskins St
V8 Jetboats
A purpose built V8 Superboat circuit track sits on the southern side of the lake. Heats and finals of the Penrite V8 Superboat Championships are held at Lake Centenary throughout the season. Visit www.v8superboats.com.au.
Fire Pits
Collect kindling from the ground nearby, and bring your firewood.Please ensure current fire restrictions are observed when lighting fires
Off-Leash Dog Park
An off-leash agility dog park is situated on the north western side of the lake. Free clean-up bags are provided around the lake loop. Please note: Dogs must remain on leash at all times. Dogs are not permitted to swim in the lake.
Picnics and BBQs
Free gas barbeques are available for use under-cover on the grassed area south of the lake. There are picnic tables right around the lake’s edge. Please use the rubbish bins provided.
Swimming
There is a dedicated area for swimming just past the children’s play equipment.
Children's Playground
The recently upgraded children’s playground has swings, climbing equipment, a sand digger, slide and cubby house.
Outdoor Gym
7pmThe free outdoor gym allows for resistence training using your own body weight
Sugar & Spice
Serving Zentvelds coffee and home-made light lunches and snacks, The retro caravan Sugar & Spice is on site each Wednesday from 10am to 3pm and each Sun-day from 10am to 4pm.
@sugar_and_spice_temora_nsw on Instagram
Lake Centenary is open from sun-up to sun-down. During daylight savings the lake is open from 6am until 9pm, and during AEST 7am until 6pm
The Lake Centenary Management Committee prefer to use Facebook Messenger as their primary source of contact.
Facebook: @LakeCentenary
Address: 420 Goldfields Way, Temora
Phone: (02) 6977 5921 (Temora Visitor Information Centre)
