Altitude approximately 1 800m above sea level. Surface area 1 046ha. It is the largest fresh water lake in South Africa.
Thousands of flamingoes and other birds are to be seen here. The lake is fed by water pumped from underground mine workings.
Situated between Magaliesberg & Daspoortrand/Witwatersrand. Described as the most beautiful man made lake in Africa. Shoreline of 56km.