Lakes and riversA heritage dam at The Gap, about 14 km by road from the Brisbane CBD, with a buoyed swimming area, a paddle craft launch and trails into the D'Aguilar bushland.
Beaches and swimming
Paddling spots
Calm creeks, rivers and bays in South East Queensland for kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding.
Lakes and rivers
Lakes and riversA calm, tidal creek at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast with swimming, parks, a playground, paddling and a patrolled beach next door, about 90 km by road from the Brisbane CBD.
ParksA big Logan River park in Loganholme with a koala play tower, water play, flying fox, two off-leash dog areas, BBQs, bush tracks and kayak access.
Lakes and riversA Gold Coast hinterland dam with picnic parks, free BBQs, a playground, a walk along the dam wall and a cafe, but no swimming or camping.