Jerrawangala lookout
Jerrawangala National Park
Overview
Hike to Jerrawangala lookout in Jerrawangala National Park for scenic views out to Gerroa, Ulladulla, Jervis Bay, St Georges Basin and Swan Lake.
- Type
- Lookouts
- Where
- Jerrawangala National Park in South Coast
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Opening times
Jerrawangala lookout is always open unless closed due to vandalism or fire danger
- What to
bring - Drinking water
There are few more uplifting ways to start a day than taking in a sunrise from the peak at Jerrawangala lookout, with its sweeping, panoramic views out over the hinterland to the coast, from Gerroa down to Ulladulla, encompassing Jervis Bay, St Georges Basin and Swan Lake.
The 30m walk from the carpark to the lookout winds its way along an elevated walkway, which itself provides gorgeous views out in several directions. Look southwards to see nearby Morton National Park, eastwards to gaze up and down the coast, and northwards along the dramatic cliffs of the escarpment.
Along the way, you might even see wedge-tailed eagles or peregrine falcons soaring high above the cliff tops.
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Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/jerrawangala-lookout/local-alerts
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Park info
- in Jerrawangala National Park in the South Coast region
Jerrawangala National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Jerrawangala lookout.
Getting there and parking
To get there:
- Drive 35km southwest of Nowra along Braidwood Road
- Turn left onto Wandean Road and drive 3km
- Turn right onto Jerrawangala Lookout Road and drive 1km to the lookout carpark
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at the lookout carpark where the elevated walkway starts, which is approximately 30 metres to the escarpment edge. The carpark is not suitable for larger buses.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Jerrawangala National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Make the most of the cooler weather to walk along one of the park's more challenging trails, such as Butterbush trail, to the escarpment edge.
Spring
Take a drive along Yarran Road through the striking forests and soak in the wonderful wildflower displays in the surrounding open fields.
Summer
Get up early to enjoy sunrise from Jerrawangala lookout, where you'll enjoy clear, crystal views all out along the coast and hinterland.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
18°C and 24°C
Highest recorded
40.6°C
Winter temperature
Average
9°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-3.2°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
May
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
316.7mm
Facilities
Picnic tables
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - easy
- This area is fully wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair facilities
- Elevated walkway
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Learn more
Jerrawangala lookout is in Jerrawangala National Park. Here are just some of the reasons why this park is special:
Diverse geology and landscapes
Jerrawangala National Park is a pristine long, narrow parcel of land located along the Turpentine Range, which is part of the Great Eastern Escarpment. The park protects a range of vital landscapes, including flat plateau country, sandstone cliffs, scree slopes and gently sloping coastal hinterland.
- Jerrawangala lookout Hike to Jerrawangala lookout in Jerrawangala National Park for scenic views out to Gerroa, Ulladulla, Jervis Bay, St Georges Basin and Swan Lake.
The Dharawal connection
The Dharawal People have a longstanding association with this land, including important trade and cultural links to other groups in neighbouring areas. Today, the landscape, plants, animals and physical features within the landscape all form an integral part of the cultural heritage of the local Aboriginal people. Several Aboriginal sites have been recorded in the park, including campsites, a scarred tree with an ancient axe grinding groove, and a rock shelter.
Walk with the animals and discover vibrant vegetation
Animal-lovers will find plenty to observe at Jerrawangala, while wildlife photographers can have a literal field day here. The park's wildlife statistics are pretty impressive: 19 mammal species, 57 bird species, 23 types of reptiles, and 14 different amphibians. Among the threatened species you may spot here are eastern pygmy possums, grey-headed flying foxes, gang-gang cockatoos, sooty owls, and giant burrowing and heath frogs. Within Jerrawangala National Park, there are also different types of unique and distinctive vegetation, including several significant and threatened species such as the ettrema mallee, the albatross mallee and Bauer's midge orchid. Several regionally rare orchid species also thrive in the park, including a new species of leek orchid.
- Jerrawangala lookout Hike to Jerrawangala lookout in Jerrawangala National Park for scenic views out to Gerroa, Ulladulla, Jervis Bay, St Georges Basin and Swan Lake.