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Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk Knights Hill 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 picturesque Illawarra Escarpment. The Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk is a unique experience that...

Killalea Beach Shell Cove Killalea State Park is nestled between Bass Point and Minnamurra. The popular Killalea Beach, famous with surfers throughout the region is located with the park.

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 powered by vegetable oils and in the 1910's by gas. It was a prefabricated structure.

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 of town.

Bass Point Reserve Shellharbour This area takes its name from the great Australian explorer - George Bass.

Cockatoo Run - 3801 Limited Scenic Steam Train Wollongong About the Locomotives... The Cockatoo Run is worked by a 49 class heritage diesel locomotive. About the Company... The Cockatoo Run is a division of 3801 Limited, a non-profit company.

Fairy Meadow Beach Fairy Meadow This beach offers fantastic views south to Wollongong with distant views of the two light houses and harbour.

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 at the head of the Shoalhaven River.

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...

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, playground and...

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....

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 sighted by George Bass when he anchored his whale boat in the sheltered bay, now...

Bombo Headland Kiama Kiama A legacy of blue metal quarrying in the 1880's has left a moonscape of basalt walls and columns.

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 approximately 230-250 million years old which forms the bedrock of the reserve.

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.

Mount Keira Summit Park Mount Keira The park is an area of 9.4 hectares that includes the whole summit of Mount Keira.

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.

Grand Pacific Drive - Sydney to Wollongong and Beyond Helensburgh Grand Pacific Drive commences 45 minutes south of Sydney International Airport. The drive takes you through coastal rainforests, quaint seaside villages, into Wollongong city centre and out to rolling hills, wineries and dairy farms of the south.

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...

Carrington Falls - Jamberoo Jamberoo Located in Budderoo National Park. A spectacular waterfall nearly 50 metres high which drops into Kangaroo Valley.

Kiama Lighthouse Kiama The lighthouse was established in 1887, 10 years after the creation of the Robertson Basin, a manmade harbour to service Kiama.

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 in the Illawarra region.

Minnamurra Rainforest Centre Budderoo National Park Jamberoo Minnamurra Rainforest Centre is a Multi Award Winning Environmental Tourism destination, and is one of the best examples of Subtropical and Warm Temperate rainforest which once extensively covered the Illawarra region.

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 Walkers Beach.

Otford Farm Trail Rides Otford Otford Farm has been operating since 1961, with the friendly and experienced staff they take pride ourselves on offering, just a little more hands on horse experience and atmosphere. They are always happy to help and instruct you.

Bombo Headland Quarry Geological Site Bombo The Bombo Headland has an extraordinary geological feature, clusters of hexagonal basalt columns are an internationally recognised phenomena.

Sandon Point Beach Bulli Sandon Point Beach is extremely popular for surfing and many surfing tournaments have been held at this beach.

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.

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.

Killalea State Recreation Area Shell Cove Killelea State Recreation Park is a spectacular tract of coastal land that has been dedicated as a Public Recreation reserve. Killalea has two favourite spots for surfboard riders (known locally as 'Mystics' or 'The Farm'). The waters are also excellent for other...

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.

Little Blowhole Kiama The Little Blowhole is a smaller version of the main blowhole and includes a viewing platform.

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.

Dapto Greyhound Racing Club Dapto Come along for the great atmosphere of the Dapto Greyhound Racing Club! A great place to come and watch the action live. We have great on-course facilities which includes dining room and bar. Free entry for all.

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 boat ramps surround the lake.

Coledale Beach Coledale Coledale beach offers a campers haven with a reserve on the beaches edge.

Belmore Basin Wollongong Belmore Basin played a large part in Wollongong's early development as a busy sea port.

Austinmer Beach Austinmer Austinmer Beach is one of the more popular beaches north of Wollongong.

Breakwater Battery Museum Port Kembla Port Kembla Port Corporation revised its operating practices in 2001 leaving the Pilots Station as a back up facility.

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 Bay was declared an Aquatic Reserve in May 1982.

Corrimal Beach Corrimal Corrimal beach is 1.4 km long and backed by fenced sand dunes, grassy reserves and Caravan Park.

Darkes Forest Riding Ranch Darkes Forest Enjoy the Aussie bush as you've never experienced it -- from horseback! We have calm, reliable horses, experienced trail leaders, and mile after mile of beautiful bushland for you to ride through.

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 area....

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.

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...

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 in NSW.

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.

North Wollongong Beach North Wollongong Ideal for families, North Wollongong Beach has rock pools, wading areas and good surf.

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...

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 1890.