pink lake in melbourne

Ah, the elusive pink lake near Melbourne—your Instagram dreams come true! The most famous pink lake in Victoria is Lake Hillier, but that's actually on Middle Island, Western Australia, not Melbourne. Closer to Melbourne, you might be thinking of the pink hues sometimes seen in salt lakes or lagoons due to algae blooming, but these are rare and very seasonal. For a guaranteed pink spectacle, you'll have to travel or settle for a filtered photo. If you're after a tranquil spot with a splash of colour, check out the salt lakes around the Wimmera region instead.