The Anne Beadell Highway crosses the northernmost arm of the lake.

The Serpentine Lakes are considered an important wetlands area.

[1][2] The surface of the lake normally consists of dry clay, silt and sand, and is covered with a salty crust.

The lakes form the main channel of the palaeo-drainage system.

[4] Tektites high in magnesium have been found in these lakes.