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Lake Illawarra (Wollongong & Port Kembla Region)
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Published October 28th 2013
Forgot the busy week and just relax
Have you ever just wanted a nice day out? Something different to do - to feel the soothing sun rays on you and hear the striking chirping of birds, just pure relaxation with minimal travel time involved ... then
Lake Illawarra is undoubtedly the place to be! You will be outdoors in the fresh air, getting in touch with nature and just relaxing. It is located about an hour and a half away from Sydney.
It is situated in the Wollongong and Port Kembla region and covers an area of around thirty three square metres with a depth of 3.7 metres and approximately 9.5km long and 5.5 km wide.
It consists of around nine bays and two creeks that flow into the lake and one rivulet.
It is located between the Illawarra escarpment and the Pacific Ocean with water flowing in; being both fresh (from the escarpment) and salty (from the ocean tides).
There is a boat shed nearby where you are able to hire a boat and catamaran or of course, you can bring your own and enjoy some water sports. Or why not go fishing; apparently the lake is popular for prawning!
It is such a lovely place for you to sit back relax and of course do not forget to enjoy having a picnic here at the Reddall Reserve on the foreshore at the lake. You can even experience a romantic moment by finding a peaceful private spot around the lake!
There are amenities, kiosk and a children's playground near the Reddall Reserve.
Lake Illawarra is undoubtedly the place to be! You will be outdoors in the fresh air, getting in touch with nature and just relaxing. It is located about an hour and a half away from Sydney.
It is located between the Illawarra escarpment and the Pacific Ocean with water flowing in; being both fresh (from the escarpment) and salty (from the ocean tides).
There is a boat shed nearby where you are able to hire a boat and catamaran or of course, you can bring your own and enjoy some water sports. Or why not go fishing; apparently the lake is popular for prawning!
It is such a lovely place for you to sit back relax and of course do not forget to enjoy having a picnic here at the Reddall Reserve on the foreshore at the lake. You can even experience a romantic moment by finding a peaceful private spot around the lake!
There are amenities, kiosk and a children's playground near the Reddall Reserve.
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Why? A relaxing place to spend your day or even for a few hours.
When: All year round - accessible all times
Phone: (02) 4221 6169
Website: www.visitnsw.com/destinations/south-coast/shellharbour-area/shellharbour/attractions/lake-illawarra
Where: Lake Illawarra - Wollongong / Port Kembla (There are many entrances around the lake)
Cost: Free
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