Burrill Lake

Burrill Lake is a picturesque village located on the Princes Highway, South Coast of New South Wales, Australia.

This seaside suburb is surrounded by the Burrill Lake, which gave the town its name. From a small-scale timber industry to a family vacation hub, Burrill Lake has transformed into one of the most popular tourist destinations in New South Wales.

Burrill Lake has a rich history, with the first inhabitants of the area being the Murramarang Indigenous people of the Yuin nation. The archaeological site near the village has preserved some of the oldest artifacts in the region, dating back more than 20,000 years. In the mid-19th century, the Ireland family set up a timber mill on the south side of the lake, marking the beginning of the region's development. By the early 20th century, the shell grit industry had taken off, and Burrill Lake became a camping destination.

Burrill Lake remains a highly sought after destination during the summer holiday season. Local accommodation options include a variety of caravan parks and holiday rentals for families looking for a peaceful environment in the outdoors. One such park, the Big 4 Holiday Parks, offers a range of facilities such as mini-golf, bird feeding and pedalo hire open to the public. The estuary surrounding Burrill Lake is a great fishing spot offering a broad range of species including snapper, flathead, bream, blackfish, whiting and blue swimmer crabs. Anglers visiting the area can fish at the local beach and catch Australian salmon, whiting and tailor. Visitors can access two public boat ramps, the Lions Club maintains a family-friendly barbecue area and parkland on the lake foreshore, and the local