About Lake Cargelligo
Lake Cargelligo is a things to do venue in Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales.
The name of the town is said to be a corruption of the Aboriginal word kartjellakoo, meaning ‘he had a coolamon,’ or derived from Wiradjuri and Ngiyambaa “gajal” for water container with suffix “lugu” for “her” or “his.” Lake Cargelligo lies within the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people.
In 1817, John Oxley and George Evans explored the area and followed the Lachlan River down to Lake Cargelligo. The town was known as Cudgelligo or Cudgellico in the 1800s, but the name was officially changed when the railway arrived in 1917.
The local Aboriginal population was removed from their traditional country and consolidated at other locations under the control of the Aboriginal Protection Board. Lake Cargelligo has a vibrant culture centered around water activities on the lake, making it a popular destination for tourists.
The town, along with nearby Tullibigeal, has a rugby league team in the Group 20 Rugby League competition, known as the Sharks. The railway from Cootamundra to Wyalong was extended to Lake Cargelligo in 1917.
The railway station opened as ‘Cargellig
Good to know
- Type: Things to Do
- Area: Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales
- Phone: (02) 6898 1501
- Website: visit ↗
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Cargelligo?
Lake Cargelligo is located at 1 Foster Street, Lake Cargelligo NSW 2672, Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales, Australia.
What type of place is Lake Cargelligo?
Lake Cargelligo is a things to do venue in Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales.
How can I contact Lake Cargelligo?
You can call (02) 6898 1501, or visit their website (linked on this page).
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Address
1 Foster Street, Lake Cargelligo NSW 2672, Lake Cargelligo, New South Wales, Australia
Phone
(02) 6898 1501
Website
Visit website ↗
Category
Things to Do
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