Brown Lake (Bummiera)

Brown Lake, also known as Bummiera to the Quandamooka People, is a pristine rainwater lake situated just outside the township of Dunwich on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah). The lake's distinctive brown hue is a result of the surrounding melaleuca and tea-tree bushland. This serene spot is a favored destination for swimming, offering amenities such as picnic tables, wood-fired barbecues, and composting toilets. Visitors can also explore the bush trails that encircle the lake, where they can spot native wildlife and admire the wildflowers that bloom in the Spring. Bummiera holds significant cultural importance for the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of Minjerribah and has a fascinating history. To learn more about the lake's history, visitors can stop by the North Stradbroke Island Historical Museum in Dunwich (Goompi). The lake is situated within Naree Budjong Djara National Park, where dogs are not permitted. Access to the lake is via Brown Lake Drive, a dirt road suitable for cars (no 4WD required).