Natural Wonders
Beauty looks different in winter
Winter is when the Kiama region truly comes alive. The coastline feels wilder, the rainforest greener and the crowds a little smaller. Crisp mornings, dramatic ocean swells and migrating whales create the perfect backdrop for exploring some of the South Coast’s most iconic natural attractions.
Whether you’re walking the Kiama Coast Walk, standing beside the famous Blowhole or wandering beneath the towering canopy of Minnamurra Rainforest, winter invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with nature.
As you explore, please help protect these special places. Stay on marked paths, take your rubbish with you and leave the landscape exactly as you found it so future generations can enjoy it too.
Blowholes
Kiama’s world-famous blowholes were formed from volcanic lava flows about 260 million years ago, yes, that’s 100 million years before the dinosaurs. The bigger of the two blowholes is the Kiama Blowhole which is most active in a south east swell. The Little Blowhole is most active in a north east swell. Experience each of these natural wonders within walking distance along the Kiama Coast Walk.
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Minnamurra Rainforest
There’s something magical about Minnamurra Rainforest in winter. The cooler temperatures make exploring even more enjoyable as you wander elevated boardwalks beneath towering figs, palms and ancient rainforest species. Feel your senses awakening as you listen to the birds, feel the spray of the waterfalls and spot rainforest residents – perhaps the superb lyrebird, eastern water dragon or swamp wallaby.
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Kiama Coast Walk
One of Australia’s most spectacular walks, the Kiama Coast Walk offers an unbroken ribbon of exploration stretching approximately 20 kilometres from the mouth of the Minnamurra River south through Kiama to Gerringong’s Werri Beach. Winter often delivers clear days, dramatic seas and excellent whale watching opportunities along the route. You can choose to do a section at a time with many easy access points available along the route.
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Saddleback Mountain
Rising above the coastline, Saddleback Mountain offers some of the most impressive views on the South Coast. On a clear winter’s day, you can see from Cronulla in the north to Jervis Bay in the south. On the drive up you can see the historic Dry Stone walls and enjoy cabbage trees coming in and out of view. This natural wonder is one of the area’s best attractions — and a photographer’s best friend!
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Cathedral rocks
These basalt columns at the southern end of Jones beach got their name because they resemble the spires of a cathedral and particularly striking in winter. They were formed from volcanic rock that has been eroded over millions of years. Visit at low tide to explore the area from Jones Beach, or admire the view from above along the Kiama Coast Walk as waves crash against the rugged coastline below.
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