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Killalea campground

Killalea Regional Park

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Overview

Killalea campground is located 30 minutes from Wollongong and offers shady campsites in a peaceful setting. Explore coastal rainforest and world-class surf beaches a short walk away.

Accommodation Details
Number of campsites 53
Camping type Caravan site, Camper trailer site, Tent, Camping beside my vehicle
Where 236 Killalea Drive, Shell Cove, NSW, 2529 - in Killalea Regional Park
Facilities Amenities block, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, carpark, drinking water, showers, toilets, electric power
What to bring Fuel stove, ice, torch, food supplies, insect repellent, sunscreen
Group bookings Book up to 40 people or 9 sites online. For larger groups, make a group booking enquiry.
Please note
  • Sites are marked.
  • Sites are unpowered.
  • Check in 2pm, check out 10am.
  • Shellharbour is the nearest town for food and supplies.
  • Both beaches are unpatrolled. The safest place to swim is between the red and yellow flags at a patrolled beach. The closest one is at Shellharbour North Beach.
  • The beaches have dangerous rip currents, sudden drop offs and unexpected large waves. The ocean may look idyllic, but conditions can change rapidly.

Set up camp surrounded by subtropical rainforest and coastal heath and get ready to explore beautiful Killalea Regional Park, a coastal reserve between Shellharbour and Kiama. 

Spend your days surfing, fishing and swimming. Killalea campground is close to popular surf spots The Farm and Mystics Beach, also known as Minnamurra Beach. There’s also nearby Minnamura River to explore.

Feel like venturing further afield? Head to the hills to see waterfalls and explore rainforest along Minnamurra Falls walk, or soak up stunning coastal views along Griffiths walking track.

Wildlife lovers will find plenty to see. Rare and endangered birds like the Australian bittern and pied oystercatcher can be spotted at the freshwater lagoon and beaches. At night, as many as 10 species of bats flit amongst the trees. Stay during the cooler months for a chance to see migrating whales

Things to do nearby

The Farm Kiosk

Grab a coffee and enjoy cafe-style dishes while watching the waves roll in at The Farm Kiosk. You'll find contemporary bushtucker on the menu, infused with native ingredients such as lemon myrtle and bush mint.

Visitors enjoying a coffee from The Farm Kiosk in Killalea Regional Park. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
Visitors enjoying a coffee from The Farm Kiosk in Killalea Regional Park. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

Mystics walking track

Take the 1 to 2 hour return walk out to the Minnamurra River mouth and back. Wind through coastal rainforest and alongside river mangroves and beaches.

People walking through coastal forest on Mystics walking track in Killalea Regional Park. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
People walking through coastal forest on Mystics walking track in Killalea Regional Park. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

Fishing and surfing

Go fishing or catch some of the best surf breaks in the region at Killalea Beach, known as 'The Farm' to locals. Minnamurra Beach is also a short walk south. Both surf beaches are unpatrolled and have strong rip currents.

2 people fishing from the sand at Killalea Beach - The Farm. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW
2 people fishing from the sand at Killalea Beach - The Farm. Photo: John Spencer/DCCEEW © DCCEEW

Stay longer, explore further

Visit Minnamurra Rainforest

Take a trip to Minnnamurra Rainforest, a 30 minute drive away. Enjoy a number of walks including Minamurra Falls walk and take in spectacular rainforest, waterfall and canyon views.

View of vistors walking across the creek along Lyrebird loop walk. Photo credit: David Finnegan © DPIE
View of vistors walking across the creek along Lyrebird loop walk. Photo credit: David Finnegan © DPIE

Kiama

Explore the beautiful seaside town of Kiama, famous for the Kiama Blowhole - the largest in the world. Stroll around the foreshore of Kiama Harbour, enjoy boutique shopping, or relax and unwind down at one of many cafes and restaurants.

Aerial view of Kiama Harbour and Blowhole Point. Photo: © Destination NSW
Aerial view of Kiama Harbour and Blowhole Point. Photo: © Destination NSW

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