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Walk to Kiama's landmarks, from the Blowhole to the rainforest

Kiama's main attractions sit on the coast and in the hills behind it: the Blowhole and Lighthouse on Blowhole Point, the Coast Walk along the cliffs, and Minnamurra Rainforest and Saddleback Mountain inland. These guides cover when to go, where to park and how far each is from Kiama Ridge Waters.

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15 guides, each with the distance from Kiama Ridge Waters.

The jagged basalt stacks of Cathedral Rocks seen from the grassy clifftop above, with waves breaking on the rock platforms

Cathedral Rocks Kiama guide to the basalt stacks at low tide

Cathedral Rocks Kiama guide: reach the basalt stacks from Jones Beach at low tide, find the sea cave and rockpools, and time your sunrise photos safely.

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Spray bursting from the Kiama Blowhole on the black basalt of Blowhole Point

Kiama Blowhole and the Little Blowhole, a visitor guide

The Kiama Blowhole is free, open 24/7 and sprays highest in a south-east swell. When to go, where to park, wheelchair access, its history and how to get there.

7 min read

Grassy clifftop track on the Kiama Coast Walk south of Kiama, with the coastline curving back towards town

Kiama Coast Walk guide to sections, times and where to start

The Kiama Coast Walk (Kiama Coastal Walk) runs about 20 km from Minnamurra to Gerringong. Section times, the map, dog rules, Werri Lagoon and trains back.

7 min read

Fishing boats moored in Kiama Harbour's Robertson Basin, with Norfolk pines on Blowhole Point behind

Kiama Harbour, the 1876 Robertson Basin beside Blowhole Point

Kiama Harbour guide: the 1876 Robertson Basin, Kiama Fisheries on the quay, fish and chips, the boat ramp, charters, Black Beach and the Pilot's Cottage.

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John Sharkey's 1876 photograph of the newly completed Robertson Basin at Kiama, with sailing ships moored and the young town behind

Kiama history and heritage, from Dharawal Country to the terraces

Kiama history for visitors, from Dharawal Country and cedar to the 1876 harbour, the 1887 lighthouse, heritage-listed buildings and a timed heritage walk.

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The white Kiama Lighthouse on Blowhole Point against a deep blue evening sky

Visit Kiama Lighthouse on Blowhole Point

Kiama Lighthouse was first lit in 1887 and still works today. Parking on Blowhole Point, the Pilot's Cottage Museum, its history and the walk from town.

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Gerringong township and the curve of Werri Beach seen from the grassy southern headland, with green hills behind

Kiama lookouts for views, whales and sunrise over the sea

Kiama lookout guide: 13 free lookouts from Saddleback Mountain to Gerroa, with drive times, parking, access, whale-watching spots and what you see from each.

8 min read

An eastern ground parrot in wet heath grasses at Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, on the escarpment above Kiama

Kiama wildlife, including lyrebirds, ground parrots and whales

Where to see Kiama wildlife: whales off the headlands, lyrebirds at Minnamurra, ground parrots at Barren Grounds, a bird hide, rockpool rules and nature walks.

8 min read

The Little Blowhole in Kiama

Little Blowhole in Kiama, and when to catch it spraying

The Little Blowhole in Kiama is free, open 24/7 and sprays on north-east swells. Where to find it, parking, safety, when to go and the walk to Easts Beach.

6 min read

Suspension bridge over the Minnamurra River at the start of the Lyrebird Loop walk

Minnamurra Rainforest guide to the falls walk, fees and hours

Minnamurra Rainforest guide: the Lyrebird Loop, the 4.2 km Minnamurra Falls walk, $12 vehicle entry, gate hours and tips, 25 minutes' drive from Kiama.

8 min read

Spray bursting from the Kiama Blowhole on the black basalt of Blowhole Point

14 places to visit in Kiama in 2027, with walk and drive times

14 places to visit in Kiama in 2027, including the Blowhole, Cathedral Rocks and Saddleback Mountain, with walk and drive times, parking, fees and 2027 dates.

13 min read

Green paddocks, a white fence and the Kiama coastline seen under a spreading tree on Saddleback Mountain

Saddleback Mountain lookout, Hoddles Track and the drive up from Kiama

Saddleback Mountain lookout sits more than 600 m above Kiama, 9 minutes' drive from town, with views from Cronulla to Milton, two platforms and Hoddles Track.

5 min read

Grassy clifftop path with a timber marker post above the ocean at Kiama Heights

Kiama walks along the coast and through rainforest and heath

Kiama walks for every pace: Coast Walk sections, Minnamurra Falls, Barren Grounds heath tracks and Seven Mile Beach, with distances, grades and dog rules.

10 min read

Carrington Falls pouring off a sandstone ledge into a forested gorge, seen from the Falls View platform in Budderoo National Park

6 waterfalls near Kiama, all within an hour's drive

Waterfalls near Kiama, from Minnamurra Falls (25 minutes) to Carrington, Belmore and Fitzroy Falls, with walk grades, park fees, closures and drive times.

7 min read

A humpback whale mother and calf surfacing off Gerringong, south of Kiama

Whale watching in Kiama from six free lookouts, plus cruises

Whale watching in Kiama runs May to November. Six free lookouts from Minnamurra to Gerroa, the month-by-month season, cruises from Shell Cove and spotting tips.

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