Googong Foreshores

Please note: The Cascades Swimming Hole at Googong Dam is temporarily closed due to construction work on the dam spillway. Gates have been erected at the entrance to the swimming hole to restrict public access and Rangers will be patrolling the area. The swimming hole will be re-opened as soon as there are no safety risks. The ACT Government apologises for any inconvenience. For further information on the closure of the Cascades Swimming Hole, contact the ACTEW Project Information Line on 6248 3563.

Media Release: Closure of Cascade Swimming Hole ( PDF 56Kb)

Googong Foreshores is 10 kilometres south of Queanbeyan and is managed as a water catchment, wildlife refuge and public recreation area. Sail your yacht, paddle your canoe or fish for trout or native fish. You can quietly observe the wildlife or ride your mountain bike on the fire trails. Or visit the London Bridge Arch and fascinating historic homestead. Visit Googong Foreshores and experience the diversity.Visit Googong Foreshores and experience the diversity. Park Care volunteers help to protect the national and cultural values of the foreshores.

• London Bridge Walking Track
• Googong Map and Guide ( PDF 533Kb)
• Googong Bird List 2008 Brochure ( PDF 2.4Mb)

Location
Old Cooma Road (Royalla Road) Queanbeyan NSW 2620

Opening Hours
Northern/Queanbeyan end: 8.00am - 6.00pm standard time; 8.00am - 8.00pm daylight savings time.
Southern/Burra end: 8.00am - 5.00pm standard time; 8.00am - 7.00pm daylight savings time.

Email: Googong.Foreshores@act.gov.au