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Leslie Dam ( Lake Leslie ) - Warwick. Qld

Situated approx 15 kms 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 having a surface area of 1250 ha, an average depth of 8.4 metres and holds 106000 ML at full capacity.

Fishing
The local fish stocking group have worked tirelessly to stock large numbers of Golden Perch (Yellowbelly), 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).


Closed Waters are in place at the dam and fishing is prohibited 200 metres upstream and 400 metres downstream of the wall. (Penalties apply)

Leslie Dam wall View from dam wall looking up Lake Leslie Facilities These sculptures are worth a look at... Sandy Creek below the dam wall
Click on images for larger version

Boating
Boating is prohibited within 100 metres of any dam wall or weir in Queensland, including the Border Rivers.
Other than a 40 knot speed limit and normal boating rules, no other boating restrictions apply.

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.

There is concrete boat launching ramp provided not far from the dam wall. When water levels are low boats can still be launched from the foreshore area with some care. A four wheel drive may be required.
Alternatively, boats may be launched from the Washpool reserve, however a four wheel drive is recommended here.

Camping
Camping is permitted at Washpool reserve. Basic facilities are provided. Fees apply.
Hotel / Motel style accommodation is available in Warwick. See Accommodation page for details.

Related Links

Water Level Link

Purchase Stocked Impoundment Permit on-line


Glenlyon Dam Information Page

Coolmunda Dam Information Page

Storm King Dam Information Page

Leslie Dam Map
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Lake Leslie Tourist Park, Washpool Reserve, Camping Leslie Dam Tourist Park

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