The Great Outdoors of NSW – Family Fun on the South Coast

May 2, 2016

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At Rocky Hall, near Wyndham, on the Sapphire Coast Image: North Sullivan/Destination NSW — At Rocky Hall, near Wyndham, on the Sapphire Coast *Image: North Sullivan/Destination NSW*

Location

The spectacular NSW south coast spans a region over 600km – south from The Royal National Park (that starts on Sydney’s outskirts). The South Coast is comprised of regions within a region, including Shellharbour, Kiama, Shoalhaven, Eurobodalla and the Sapphire Coast.

Towns

Wollongong, Gerringong, Gerroa, Kiama, Jervis Bay, Nowra, Mollymook, Ulladulla, Batemans Bay, Moruya, Mogo, Bega, Merimbula, Pambula, Tathra, Eden.

Famous for …

Beautiful beaches, spectacular coastline and breathtaking scenery. This unique region has everything from crystal-clear waters and quiet beaches to stunning national parks, rainforest and waterfalls and, with plenty of family-friendly attractions and activities on hand, your holiday can be as active and exhilarating or restful and relaxing as you choose! The South Coast is also a famous destination for dolphin spotting year-round and whale watching from May to November – and to see the famous fur seal colony at Montague Island, just off the coast at Narooma!

Kiama Blowhole Image: iStock — Kiama Blowhole *Image: iStock*

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Easts Beach Image: BIG4 Easts Beach — Easts Beach *Image: BIG4 Easts Beach*

Stay and Play

For more information on the South Coast regions of NSW, including events, click here.

For more fantastic NSW destinations head to visitnsw.com

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