Most people who take a short time for a trip somewhere, usually head towards a new city. If you are one of the people who is a big fan of city breaks then you might want to try some of your few days or a week for a relaxing nature break, away from the busy streets and daily routine of work and life. If you are spending most of your life in traffic and high buildings, then it’s time for you to do something different!
The Lake Parramatta Reserve in Sydney, Australia is one of the best places in the world to where you can take a break from city life and escape to a quieter pace of life that comes with fresh air that is hard to come by in the big cities. This lake reserve holds more than 70 hectares of bushland and two kilometers from the Parramatta CBD. Here are some of the things you can do for you to enjoy a sunny Sydney day by the water with your friends and families.
Daytime Paddle
This is the perfect idea if you are spending your break with your special someone. Consider this a date by having a romantic daytime paddle in a rowboat. There are plenty of options for you and your friends to hit the waterway at Lake Parramatta Reserve. They have various Parramatta Row Boats with paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards and row boats you can choose from.
Relaxing Stroll
If you want to burn some calories but don’t want a tedious activity, then you can try bushwalking around the tracks. They have three walking tracks in the reserve, She-oak track, Banksia Track, and Lake Circuit, around the external area of the lake. Also, you must have a basic knowledge of when you are bushwalking about the native plants and animals around the area. So keep an eye out for flora and fauna you might encounter along the way.
Shake Winter Off
During the month of October each year, the lake is open for the summer season to take some time off from the cold winter season. It’s perfect to take your kids here with you as the lake is fully patrolled by lifeguards. You can be sure that the designated swimming area is safe for children to splash and paddle and huge enough for adults to do some laps.
Go for a Picnic
Get your blanket, grab your basket and spread out for the day! You can choose a view overlooking the water as you read your book or reserve early a BBQ with your family. If you are not into picnics or BBQ’s then stop for a coffee and indulge yourself with one of the delicious treats that they offer at their cafe.
Learn Australian History
This is a significant place that you surely need to treasure, there is evidence that still remains of the regular usage and of occupation by the Aboriginal Burramattagal clan within Lake Parramatta Reserve. As you are there, try to explore and look out for the shelter caves, tree scars, midden deposits, stone flaking, and hand-stencils. The City of Parramatta Council has established a Bushfoods Garden and Walk for years to show these remarkable items to visitors.
After having a long day at the Lake Parramatta Reserve, you can try to stay with one of the nearest hotels to the reserve. If you are planning to extend your short vacay in Parramatta, there are several hotels that are just minutes away. Don’t let yourself get stuck in your hometown working or studying, a little vacation won’t hurt!
Author bio: Ivandrea Ollero is a resident writer for Holiday Inn Parramatta Hotel, one of Australia’s contemporary luxurious hotels that also offers a great historical experience for tourists. Ivandrea provides hotel tips and hacks for a blissful best vacation. She is a content writer who researches and write custom content about home improvements, finance, law, travel, fashion, and beauty. She graduated from St. Scholastica’s College, Manila, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism in 2016. Ivandrea provides helpful tips and hacks on various topics for her readers.
