Situated
approx 15Kms west of Warwick, Leslie Dam has been one of Queensland's
most popular freshwater destinations for many years.
Lake
Leslie is an average size impoundment haveing a surface area of
1250 ha, an average depth of 8.4 meters and holds 106000 ML at
full capacity.
Fishing
The local fish stocking group have worked tirelessly to stock
large numbers of Golden Perch, Silver Perch and Murray Cod to
bolster the natural populations of Spangled Perch and Eel-Tailed
Catfish.
Golden Perch dominate most catches for lure / fly anglers, while
Silver Perch and Eel-Tailed Catfish (dewfish) are more of a bait
fishing prospect.
There
are many large boulders around the fringes and some standing timber
in the upper reaches of Sandy Creek so care should be taken when
navigating in these areas.
A Stocked Impoundment Permit (SIP) is required to fish at Leslie
Dam (Lake Leslie).
A no fishing zone is in place at the dam wall.
Boating
There are no boating restrictions on Lake Leslie.
There is concrete boat launching ramp provided not far from the
dam wall. When water levels are low boats can still be launched
from this are with some care. A four wheel drive may be required.
Alternatively, boats may be launched from the Washpools reserve,
however a four wheel drive is recommended here.
Camping
Camping is permitted at Washpools reserve. Basic facilities are
provided. Fees apply.
Hotel / Motel style accommodation is available in Warwick. See
Accommodation
page for details.
