Illawarra Natural Attractions
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Austinmer Beach Austinmer - Austinmer Beach is one of the more popular beaches north of Wollongong. Its popularity dates back to the 1900's when people came by train to stay at several... More
Austinmer Railway Station group Austinmer - Set between beautiful blue waters with golden sand and the dramatic, forested mountains Austinmer, is a destination in its self, made all the more special... More
Barren Grounds Nature Reserve Jamberoo - Barren Grounds Nature Reserve is located on one of the most southerly plateaus of the Sydney Basin. Surrounding the reserve is an escarpment of sandstone... More
Bass Point Reserve Shellharbour - This area takes its name from the great Australian explorer - George Bass. In May 1943, the American merchant ship 'Cities Services Boston' sank off Bass... More
Bellambi Beach Bellambi - Belambi beach is at the southern end of a two kilometre stretch of beach and is backed by a reserve with distant mountain views. The beach is wxtremely... More
Belmore Basin Wollongong - Belmore Basin played a large part in Wollongong's early development as a busy
sea port. There are barbecue and picnic facilities, restaurants and
playgrounds.
All... More
Blackbutt Forest Reserve Shellharbour - Blackbutt Forest is a 250 hectare reserve that is a main feature of the Shellharbour area and is the last remaining viable remnant of coastal plain forest... More
Bombo Headland Kiama Kiama - A legacy of blue metal quarrying in the 1880's has left a moonscape of basalt walls and columns. A regular backdrop to videoclips eg Power Rangers and... More
Bombo Headland Quarry Geological Site Bombo - The Bombo Headland has an extraordinary geological feature, clusters of hexagonal basalt columns are an internationally recognised phenomena. The Headland... More
Bonaira Native Gardens Kiama - Bonaira Native Gardens is a pleasant walk from Reid Sttreet to Girraween Avenue through plantings of native trees and original rainforest species of the... More
Breakwater Battery Museum Port Kembla - Port Kembla Port Corporation revised its operating practices in 2001 leaving the Pilots Station as a back up facility. This provided the opportunity and... More
Budderoo National Park Jamberoo - Budderoo National Park is located on 7,120 hectares, 5 kilometres west of Jamberoo. Journey into the rainforest, famous for ferns, huge trees and waterfalls.... More
Bulli Beach Bulli - This picturesque beach is 900 metres long and backed by sand dunes and a large parkland area ideal for family picnics and gatherings. This beach proves... More
Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve Shellharbour - Bushrangers Bay is a small embayment located at the eastern end of Bass Point approximately 5 kilometres south of Shellharbour on the NSW South Coast.
Bushrangers... More
Carrington Falls - Jamberoo Jamberoo - Located in Budderoo National Park. A spectacular waterfall nearly 50 metres high which drops into Kangaroo Valley. Well developed walks exist with access... More
Cathedral Rocks Kiama - Cathedral Rocks is located three kilometres north of Kiama, at the southern end of Jones Beach, this distinctive rock formation has lured sightseers since... More
Coalcliff Beach Coalcliff - This is a small beach surrounded by rocks and the cliffs in the Northern suburbs. It is also a popular fishing spot. Explore the rocks for ocean life from... More
Coledale Beach Coledale - Coledale beach offers a campers haven with a reserve on the beaches edge. Fantastic views of the waves both ends of the beach are closed in with rock formations.... More
Cordeaux Dam Cordeaux Heights - Located between Campbelltown and Wollongong, Cordeaux Dam is within easy reach for a day excursion and is equipped with picnic shelters, BBQs, toilets,... More
Corrimal Beach Corrimal - Corrimal beach is 1.4 km long and backed by fenced sand dunes, grassy reserves and Caravan Park. Holiday makers and local's a like enjoy this beach as... More
Fairy Meadow Beach Fairy Meadow - This beach offers fantastic views south to Wollongong with distant views of the two light houses and harbour. It is popular with many students as it is... More
Gerringong Golf Club Gerringong - Situated between the beautiful seaside towns of Gerringong and Gerroa, Gerringong Golf Club offers a friendly golfing atmosphere overlooking the beautiful... More
Grand Pacific Drive - Sydney to Wollongong and Beyond Coalcliff - Grand Pacific Drive commences 45 minutes south of Sydney International Airport. The drive takes you through coastal rainforests, quaint seaside villages,... More
Hill 60 Lookout Port Kembla - A narrow but well formed established walking track, with a series of post and rail guards can be found at this interesting and spectacular spot. The lookout... More
Historic Dry Stone Walls Kiama - There are many historic dry stone walls found throughout the area, more obvious in pastures west of Kiama. Some appear through the older residential parts... More
Historic Lighthouse Wollongong - Belmore basin lighthouse located on Wollongong breakwater commissioned 1872.
Height of tower 42 feet (12.8 metres). This now disused lighthouse was initially... More
Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk Jamberoo - Go to the Edge! Discover the majesty of the rainforest tree tops, 25 metres above the ground! The springboard cantilevers bounce gently, high over the... More
Illawarra Lookout Jamberoo - Located within Barren Grounds and overlooking the Jamberoo Valley the 400 metre walk from the car park takes you through lovely heath land - a picture... More
Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Mount Pleasant Wla - In 1968 the search for a suitable site revealed a quiet valley, 229-274 metres above sea level at Mt. Pleasant under the north eastern summit of Mt. Keira.... More
Illawarra Scenic Mountain Railway - Cockatoo Run Wollongong - The The Cockatoo Run offers the scenic delights of the South Coast and Southern Highlands in one package. Your train whistles out of Sydney at 9.00am taking... More
Jerrara Dam Arboretum and Wetlands Jamberoo - Jerrara Dam Arboretum and Wetlands is a picturesque reserve, 5 kilometres west of Kiama, on the banks of a 9 hectare dam which was once the town’s... More
Kellys Falls Stanwell Tops - The picturesque waterfalls of Kellys Falls, is an easy 5 minute walk from the roadside, or cars can be driven right to the falls. Bushtracks offering scenic... More
Kiama Blowhole Kiama - A viewing platform with disabled access gives good views of Kiama blowhole.
This landmark has attracted people to the region for over 100 years, was first... More
Kiama Lighthouse Kiama - The lighthouse was established in 1887, 10 years after the creation of the Robertson Basin, a manmade harbour to service Kiama. The principal Keeper's... More
Killalea Beach Minnamurra - Killalea State Park is nestled between Bass Point and Minnamurra. The popular Killalea Beach, famous with surfers throughout the region is located with
the... More
Killalea State Recreation Area Dunmore - Killelea State Recreation Park is a spectacular tract of coastal land that has been dedicated as a Public Recreation reserve.
Killalea has two favourite... More
Lake Illawarra Lake Illawarra - Lake Illawarra is approximately 9.5 kilometres long and 5.5 kilometres wide, with an area of 33 square kilometres and a maximum depth of 3.7 metres. 13... More
Little Blowhole Kiama - The Little Blowhole is a smaller version of the main blowhole and includes a viewing platform. This smaller blowhole spouts plumes of water into the air... More
Macquarie Pass National Park Albion Park - Macquarie Pass National Park located 130 kilometres south of Sydney provides some magnificent scenery & displays untouched rainforest, covering 1064
hectares.... More
Minnamurra Rainforest Centre Budderoo National Park Jamberoo - Winner of the Environmental Attraction Tourism Award 1993, '94 & '95 this rainforest is situated in Budderoo National Park 6 kilometres west of the Jamberoo... More
Mount Keira Summit Park Mount Keira - The park is an area of 9.4 hectares that includes the whole summit of Mount Keira. It is used intensively for recreational purposes such as bushwalking,... More
Mt Pleasant Lookout Kiama - Just off the Highway south of Kiama as you come out of the 'bends' the view afforded here looks down over Gerringong and Seven Mile Beach to Mount Coolangatta... More
North Beach Precinct Wollongong - This beach has everything a family could desire - rock pools, wading areas, good surf, grass, shade, BBQ, picnic booths and there is also free parking.... More
North Wollongong Beach North Wollongong - Ideal for families, North Wollongong Beach has rock pools, wading areas and good surf. There is plenty of grass, shade and picnic booths, a children's... More
Port Kembla Beach Port Kembla - Port Kembla beach is located at the Northern end of a stretch of beach that extends to the entrance of Lake
Illawarra. The sand from Port Kembla was transported... More
Saddleback Mountain Lookout Kiama - Just over 7kms south west of Kiama and 600 metres above sea level, this superb lookout offers spectacular 180-degree views of the nicest coastal
scenery... More
Sandon Point Beach Bulli - Sandon Point Beach is extremely popular for surfing and many surfing tournaments have been held at this beach. There is plenty of parking and open reserve... More
Scarborough Beach Scarborough - Situated in the small northern coast town of Scarborough, this small beach offers fantastic views of the coastline and the cliffs that lie above. There... More
Scarborough Hotel Scarborough - Situated on the cliff at Scarborough, is the Scarborough Hotel. Recently renovated to its original grandeur and charm, the hotel boasts magnificent ocean... More
Seven Mile Beach Gerroa - This natural scenic coastal beach stretches for 7 miles from Gerroa in the north through to Shoalhaven Heads in the South. The beach is renowned for its... More
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