Black Mountain peninsula lookout
A lovely lakeside lookout at the Black Mountain Peninsula in Canberra with a 4.5 rating across 11 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Black Mountain peninsula lookout sits on Garryowen Drive in Acton, on the Black Mountain Peninsula by Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra. With 11 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a much-loved spot.
The appeal is a lovely outlook over the lake and surrounds — a lookout on the popular Black Mountain Peninsula with lovely views across Lake Burley Griffin, a genuine favourite for taking in the scenery, a photo, a picnic or simply soaking up the lakeside setting. It's a lovely, free outing.
Lakeside lookouts have changing conditions and seasonal considerations, so check current details before you go. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring water, sun protection, comfortable shoes and your camera, and make a day of the peninsula.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 63
- Popularity
- 33
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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