Jerrawangala National Park

Located just southwest of Nowra on the Great Eastern Escarpment, Jerrawangala National Park is a serene and picturesque park that offers breathtaking scenic views.

With steep cliffs stretching all along its eastern edge, this park offers some astonishing scenic vistas, which make it a must-visit destination for any outdoor enthusiast.

Jerrawangala National Park boasts a magnificent range of flora and fauna with unique species that birdwatchers will appreciate, such as the noisy gang-gang cockatoos or sooty owls. Take a relaxing walk on the management trails through the park's lovely patchwork of low forest, woodlands, and moist heath on the plateau. At the northern end of the park, visitors can explore tall spotted gums, while at the eastern edge, nestled in the sheltered gullies, experience the stunning rainforest. Take your time and enjoy the lush surroundings on your journey back to nature.

For adventure seekers, Jerrawangala National Park is the ideal location for mountain biking, motorcycling, and 4WD enthusiasts, who can take to the park and its adjacent Yerriyong State Forest for a thrilling ride. These activities are recommended for experienced riders looking for a challenge as the park offers an abundance of unmarked but easily traversable trails.

Jerrawangala National Park is located about 2.5 hours south of Sydney and an hour south of Wollongong by car.