Description

Chaffey Dam is unique in inland NSW for its distinctive brick-red rock wall made of semi-precious stone and its unusual morning glory spillway. The lake and its foreshores are a popular destination for water sports and fishing enthusiasts, nature lovers, bushwalkers, swimming, canoeing, campers and picnickers. The main purpose of the dam is to supply irrigation and stock needs in the Peel River Valley of northern NSW, and to supply water to the city of Tamworth. Low cost camp sites are available on the lake foreshore at Bowling Alley Point Recreation Reserve. Facilities include toilets, hot showers, picnic tables, barbecues, fire pits and a dump point. Dogs are permitted on a leash. No model aircraft or drones. Recreation Areas at WaterNSW dams will be closed on ALL Total Fire Ban days.