Stanwell Park activities
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Maddens Falls
Enjoy scenic waterfall views at Maddens Falls lookout near Helensburgh, a great reward after a long bushwalk and the perfect place for birdwatching and photography. Take the easy Maddens Falls walk to the lookout for a view of the waterfal…
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Wodi Wodi Walking Track
This is a 6.5 kilometre track, named after the original Custodians that lived along the Illawarra coast. The track has been designed to provide a comfortable one day circular trip, starting at Stanwell Park Station. Various points of inte…
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Red Cedar Flat Picnic Area
Near Otford and in the southern section of Royal National Park, rustic Red Cedar Flat picnic area is an ideal no-fuss lunch spot. Whether you’re on a leisurely car tour of the park, or prepping for an adventure, you’ll be able to pull up an…
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Bald Hill Lookout
Bald Hill is one of Illawarra, Australia's most well known and most popular lookouts situated a top the hill of that name. Not only are the views excellent, the area is also internationally known as a major hang gliding point. It was on …
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Werrong Beach Track
Only an hour south of Sydney, take a walk along Werrong Beach track in Royal National Park. Taking you to Werrong Beach, a designated nude beach, it’s perfect for those who like their nature ‘a la naturelle’. Although the beach is beautiful…
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Sea Cliff Bridge
The 665 metre long Sea Cliff Bridge is a highlight along the Grand Pacific Drive - A drive which takes in 140 kilometres worth of coastal scenery from the Royal National Park, Loftus down to Nowra. The bridge has become an icon to the peop…
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Otford Farm Trail Rides
Otford Farm has been operating since 1961, and with friendly and experienced staff they take pride on offering, just a little more hands on horse experience and atmosphere. They are always happy to help and instruct you. With this in mi…
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Coalcliff Beach
Coalcliff is located 24 kilometres north of the Wollongong city centre. This is a small beach in the northern suburbs, surrounded by rocks and cliffs. It is also a popular fishing spot. There is a salt water rock pool at the southern en…
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Governor Game Lookout
If you'd love a coastal experience without all the sand then this scenic lookout has all the bases covered. Governor Game lookout is a great spot for a break on a car tour of Royal National Park. It offers brilliant coastal views and lovely…
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Tradies Helensburgh
Just 30 minutes north of Wollongong, Tradies Helensburgh is a destination the whole family will love. Take in the view to the Royal National Park with a coffee and cake from the Blue Gum Café, relax while the kids play on the shaded outdo…
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Kellys Falls Picnic Area
Water cascades over the rocks and drops into a pool, providing a relaxing soundtrack to your lunch at Kellys Falls picnic area, a beautiful spot to get back to nature. From this picnic area, you can walk up to one of four scenic lookouts to…
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Sydney Hang Gliding Centre
Come Tandem Hang Gliding with Chris Boyce and his Team from 'Bald Hill', Stanwell Park. The Sydney Hang Gliding Centre was established in 1982 and is Sydney's first and only full-time hang gliding centre. More people have chosen to fly …
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Stanwell Park Beach
This pristine location at Stanwell Park Beach is ideal for families with a large reserve for picnicking and is located right on the beach. Surrounded by bushland, this proves popular for barbecues; and Sydneysiders for day trips. Stanwell P…
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Glenbernie Orchard: "Darkes Apple Shack"
The Darkes Apple Shack of Glenbernie Orchard is a fourth generation family owned and operated business where you can purchase fresh and dried fruits, juice, cider, honey and preserves. As far as orchards go, Glenbernie is a must visit. 'Pi…
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Warren Windsports
Warren Wind Sports provides professional hang gliding tours and hang glider flying lessons just south of Sydney. They are an adventure tourism operator offering coastal hang gliding tandem flights for a fun and safe experience, tailored to …
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Cliff to Coast Sports Car Drives
Tour the Grand Pacific Drive and Southern Highlands south of Sydney in a Porsche 911. Porsche guided drives begin at the southern edge of the worlds oldest National Park. Imagine starting your Porsche and driving in a convoy of other Por…
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Garawarra State Conservation Area
On the border of Royal National Park near Sydney, Garawarra State Conservation Area is a peaceful spot with scenic waterfalls ideal for bushwalking, mountain biking, horse riding and enjoying a picnic. It's not often you get to retreat to …
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Forest Walk to Sublime Point Track
The Illawarra Escarpment offers a full range of exciting walks. This extended hike combines several of the best, threading through magnificent cliff-top rainforest and dry eucalypts. Start the walk at either Coalcliff (Wodi Wodi track) or …
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Grand Pacific Drive - Sydney to Wollongong and Beyond
Experience Wollongong's spectacular coastal drive - the Grand Pacific Drive, between Sydney to Wollongong and beyond. Grand Pacific Drive is a 140 kilometre award winning coastal drive beginning 45 minutes south of Sydney's Internationa…
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Articles Fine Art Gallery
Articles Fine Art Gallery is situated in the lovely beachside village of Stanwell Park. Artist John Vander and his wife Frances own Articles. John has been a full time artist since 1976 and his work is represented in leading commercial ga…
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Palm Jungle Loop Track
This challenging track offers the best of all worlds in the southern reaches of Royal National Park. Near Otford, Palm Jungle loop track meanders through coastal rainforest, beaches and cliff tops offering spectacular ocean views and swimmi…
