Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre
The award-winning Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre offers information on the region’s local Aboriginal culture, wildlife and birdwatching, in the Southern Highlands.
South Coast region
Overview
Stretching from the Wollongong to Eden and the Victorian border, the NSW South Coast tempts you with clear waters and national parks teeming with walks, waterfalls and wildlife. Discover its white sand beaches, rainforests and untamed coastline.
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South Coast NSW is ideal for swimming, snorkelling and bird watching. Walk on the whitest beach sand in the world in Jervis Bay, and explore the rainforests of the Southern Highlands with a visit to the cascading Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park. Further south, you'll find Beowa National Park – a great spot for swimming, fishing, picnicking and beach camping.
Rocky cliffs hug the southern coastline stretching from Shoalhaven to Eden, renowned for its prime whale watching spots. Head out to sea on a dolphin or whale watching cruise, or get up close with the fur seals and little penguins of Montague Island. With so many things to do, take your time to explore the pristine beauty of South Coast NSW.
Activities in this region (272)
- 4WD touring
- Birdwatching and wildlife encounters
- Sailing, boating and cruises
- Canoeing/paddling
- Cycling
- Road trips and car/bus tours
- Fishing
- Geotourism
- Horse riding
- Other experiences
- Photography
- Snorkelling and scuba
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Walking
- Wildflowers (seasonal)
- Aboriginal culture
- Beach
- Cafes and kiosks
- Cultural heritage
- Historic heritage
- Sightseeing
- Picnics and barbecues
- Visitor centres
- Waterfalls
- Events
- Guided tours
- Immersive stories
- Itineraries
- Volunteer activities
Chasing waterfalls
Get sweeping views of Kiama
Jamberoo lookout
Enjoy spectacular scenic views of Kiama and Lake Illawarra from Budderoo National Park’s Jamberoo lookout. On clear days, this lookout is fantastic for photography.
Picnic by the beach
Greenglade picnic area
From Greenglade picnic area you can explore one of the most magical and deserted beaches in Nadgee. Try your luck at fishing and spend the day relaxing at this convenient spot.
Rainforest magic
Lyrebird loop walk
Ideal for walking with children, the beautiful Lyrebird loop walk takes an hour to complete. It’s located within Minnamurra Rainforest Centre in Budderoo National Park.
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Parks (36)
- Barren Grounds Nature Reserve
- Barunguba Montague Island Nature Reserve
- Beowa National Park
- Biamanga National Park
- Bomaderry Creek Regional Park
- Bournda National Park
- Budawang National Park
- Budderoo National Park
- Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve
- Clyde River National Park
- Conjola National Park
- Corramy Regional Park
- Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve
- Deua National Park
- Dharawal National Park
- Eurobodalla National Park
- Garawarra State Conservation Area
- Heathcote National Park
- Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
- Jerrawangala National Park
- Jervis Bay National Park
- Killalea Regional Park
- Macquarie Pass National Park
- Meroo National Park
- Mimosa Rocks National Park
- Monga National Park
- Morton National Park
- Mount Imlay National Park
- Murramarang Aboriginal Area
- Murramarang National Park
- Nadgee Nature Reserve
- Narrawallee Creek Nature Reserve
- Royal National Park
- Seven Mile Beach National Park
- South East Forest National Park
- Wadbilliga National Park