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About Lake Illawarra

Located where Lake Illawarra meets the Pacific Ocean, Lake Illawarra is a small suburb of Shellharbour on the New South Wales coast. Its namesake lake is a popular setting for recreational fishing and water sports, as well as providing habitat for a rich birdlife that includes black swans, cormorants and pelicans.

Things to do in Lake Illawarra

Spend a day relaxing on the sands of Warilla Beach, which stretches from the mouth of the Illawarra River to the small estuary of Elliot Lake. In addition to swimming and surfing in the offshore breaks, you can cycle the beach’s two-kilometre-long stretch along the waterfront trail. Lifesavers patrol the beach during the warmer months, while endangered little terns use its dunes as a nesting site.

Launch a boat from one of the ramps that dot the shores of Lake Illawarra or hire a standup paddleboard to cruise the waters. In addition to luring flathead and bream, anglers can also catch big whiting and the occasional blue swimmer crab. If you’re travelling with kids, they’ll love the newly-built ninja children’s playground in Reddall Reserve on the foreshore of Lake Illawarra.

Want to stretch your legs? Head to the Killalea Reserve, a magnificent tract of coastal terrain that’s ideal for bushwalking. In 2009, it was designated as a National Surfing Reserve and encompasses two popular local surf spots, “The Farm” and Minnamurra Beach. Experienced surfers can take on the consistent point breaks while beginners can learn the ropes during a lesson with the local surf school.

Getting around Lake Illawarra

Lake Illawarra is a 20-minute drive from Wollongong and 15 minutes from Shellharbour Airport, which has regular flights to Melbourne and Brisbane. Buses are the main means of getting around the region, although the suburb of Lake Illawarra is compact enough to explore on foot.

Facts about staying in Lake Illawarra

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Lake Illawarra to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 July 2025.
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    Harrington Hall is a popular hotel near Dublin City Centre that is highly recommended, with a score of 8.3 across 2,785 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Lake Illawarra near Galway City Center?

    The G Hotel and Spa is a hotel near Galway City Center that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.6 from 1,807 reviews.

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    If you’re looking for good hotels near Old Town Of Albufeira, consider Hotel Apartamento Paraiso De Albufeira (rated 7.1 over 1,314 reviews).

  • How much is a cheap hotel near Lake Illawarra?

    Over the last 3 days, Lake Illawarra hotels have been found for as cheap as €51/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Lake Illawarra?

    The most popular landmarks in Lake Illawarra are Dublin City Centre (in Dublin), Galway City Center (in Galway), and Old Town Of Albufeira (in Albufeira) according to our user data. If you plan to visit any of these, we recommend finding a hotel nearby to cut down on travel time.

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