Places to visit

Sanatorium Lake

In the 19th century, the cool climate of the Macedon region was thought to provide a perfect environment for patients suffering tuberculosis. In 1899 a sanatorium was opened a short distance down the Mount from the lake in a building previously used as a private hospital. The lake was built to supply water to a new, larger sanatorium which due to opposition and lack of funding was never built. The original sanatorium closed in 1910 and was later destroyed by fire.

Now, this is a great spot for a picnic. The picnic area has tables and a fireplace.

There are a number of walking and cycling tracks in this area.

Swimming is not permitted in the lake.

How to get to Sanatorium Lake

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Have a picnic among the tall trees near Sanitorium Lake

Photo: Luke Chapman (Top of the Range)

Things to see and do

• Walking
• Sightseeing
• Bird watching

Facilities

• Information boards
• Car parking
• Seating

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Information boards to help you explore

Photo: Luke Chapman (Top of the Range)

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Sanitorium Lake

Photo: Luke Chapman (Top of the Range)

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So much exploring to do around the lake

Photo: Luke Chapman (Top of the Range)

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The path to the lake... You will notice how the flora in the area creates a cooling affect around the lake's paths.

Photo: Luke Chapman (Top of the Range)