Byarong Park
Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area
Overview
Just 10min from Wollongong in the foothills of Mount Keira, Byarong Park is ideal for an outdoor wedding or event. Host your special day under the shade of the tall trees at this peaceful spot in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area.
- Venue is suitable for
- Picnics, private party or function and wedding ceremonies
- Capacity
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Maximum people: 40
The maximum capacity is 40 people for both weddings and private events. - Facilities
- Picnic tables, barbecue facilities, carpark, toilets
- Fees
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$375 for a wedding ceremony. Other events are charged on a group size basis to a maximum of $375. Contact the Wollongong office for more information on pricing.
- Availability
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Available for hire 7 days a week, except 25 Dec-1 Jan and public holidays
Venue not available for exclusive hire - Bookings
- Bookings required. To make a booking or for more information contact the Wollongong office.
Byarong Park in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is a charming spot for a nature-based wedding or outdoor event. It’s conveniently located just 10mins drive from Wollongong, so you’ll have everything you need for your big day at your fingertips.
Set up in the grassy clearing and hold your celebration under the shade of the tall trees at the base of Mount Keira. With plenty of kookaburras, lyrebirds and vibrant parrots overhead, you may find you exchange vows to flashes of colour and the chorus of birdsong.
After the ceremony, your guests can enjoy drinks and canapes in the dappled sunlight at one of the picnic tables. If you feel like stretching your legs, this peaceful location is a terrific base for exploring the lush forests of the park. Go for a walk along nearby Mount Keira ring track which begins from Byarong Park carpark. Or take a short drive to Robertson lookout for scenic views of Mount Keira and the nearby coastline.
Nearby
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Robertson lookout
The most scenic views of Mount Keira can be found at Robertson’s lookout, and tables make this a terrific picnic spot as well.
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Mount Keira Ring track
Encircling Mount Keira, the ring track passes through the varied terrains and forests of the Illawarra Escarpment, starting and finishing in a perfect picnic spot.
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/venues/byarong-park/local-alerts
Park info
- in Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area in the South Coast region
Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger. However, it is recommended that bushwalking only be undertaken during daylight hours because of the presence of cliff edges and other hazards.
Venue info
All the practical information you need to know about Byarong Park.
Getting there and parking
Byarong Park is in the Mount Keira area of Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area. To get there:
- Head south on the Southern Freeway from Waterfall towards Wollongong. Exit at Figtree.
- Turn left onto Princes Highway.
- After 0.5km, turn left again onto Mount Keira Road. It’s a further 3km to Byarong Park.
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
There is parking at Byarong Park for up to 15 cars. It can be busy on weekends so parking might be limited. We encourage you to carpool for events where possible.
Parking on Mount Keira Road is not permitted.
Facilities
- You can bring and use your own portable gas barbecue if it has a drip tray.
- Please leave the area clean and tidy and take all rubbish with you when you go. If significant cleaning is required there may be a fee.
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
- Gas/electric barbecues (free)
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- The picnic area has step-free access from the carpark.
- The toilets are not wheelchair accessible.
- Some assistance may be required for wheelchair users to move around the grassed picnic area.
Medium access presents some minor difficulties, such as a grassy surface. You may require a little assistance to get around in some areas.
Permitted
Food and drink
- You may bring your own food as well as portable gas barbecues fitted with drip trays for cooking.
- On-site barbecues can be used for catering purposes.
- Limited alcohol consumption by guests is permitted and amounts must be detailed on the application form.
Power, lighting and amplified sounds
- There is no publicly available power.
- 1 single speaker portable PA system or music player with an amplifier no greater than 50 watts.
- Volume must be kept at a level that does not interfere with other park users’ quiet enjoyment of the park.
- Lighting may be permitted and must be detailed on the application form.
Structures, staging, furniture, amusements and decorations
- Weighted free-standing decorative items such as bridal arches, red carpet and columns.
- 3 tables no larger than 3m square.
- Up to 15 chairs with rail-style legs.
Plant materials
You may bring petals, flowers and flower arrangements containing no seed material. A florist can arrange this for you on request.
Commercial filming and photography
Commercial filming and photography may be permitted on application. You’ll need to get the relevant photography license.
Cycling
Prohibited
Balloons, plant materials and animals are not permitted, including:
- Decorations consisting of flowers or plant materials that contain seeds or vines and exotic plant materials
- Throwing rice or petals
- Confetti
- Balloons
Marquees are not permitted. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures or areas at Byarong Park.
Horse-drawn carriages are not permitted at this venue.
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Horses
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.