# Kiama Attractions, Landmarks and Walks | Kiama Ridge Waters

URL: https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/

# Walk to Kiama's landmarks, from the Blowhole to the rainforest

Kiama's main attractions sit on the coast and in the hills behind it: the Blowhole and Lighthouse on Blowhole Point, the Coast Walk along the cliffs, and Minnamurra Rainforest and Saddleback Mountain inland. These guides cover when to go, where to park and how far each is from Kiama Ridge Waters.

## Read our landmarks and walks guides

15 guides, each with the distance from Kiama Ridge Waters.

[### Cathedral Rocks Kiama guide to the basalt stacks at low tide Cathedral Rocks Kiama guide: reach the basalt stacks from Jones Beach at low tide, find the sea cave and rockpools, and time your sunrise photos safely. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/cathedral-rocks/)[### Kiama Blowhole and the Little Blowhole, a visitor guide The Kiama Blowhole is free, open 24/7 and sprays highest in a south-east swell. When to go, where to park, wheelchair access, its history and how to get there. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-blowhole/)[### Kiama Coast Walk guide to sections, times and where to start The Kiama Coast Walk (Kiama Coastal Walk) runs about 20 km from Minnamurra to Gerringong. Section times, the map, dog rules, Werri Lagoon and trains back. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-coast-walk/)[### Kiama Harbour, the 1876 Robertson Basin beside Blowhole Point Kiama Harbour guide: the 1876 Robertson Basin, Kiama Fisheries on the quay, fish and chips, the boat ramp, charters, Black Beach and the Pilot's Cottage. 6 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-harbour/)[### Kiama history and heritage, from Dharawal Country to the terraces Kiama history for visitors, from Dharawal Country and cedar to the 1876 harbour, the 1887 lighthouse, heritage-listed buildings and a timed heritage walk. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-history-and-heritage/)[### Visit Kiama Lighthouse on Blowhole Point Kiama Lighthouse was first lit in 1887 and still works today. Parking on Blowhole Point, the Pilot's Cottage Museum, its history and the walk from town. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-lighthouse/)[### Kiama lookouts for views, whales and sunrise over the sea Kiama lookout guide: 13 free lookouts from Saddleback Mountain to Gerroa, with drive times, parking, access, whale-watching spots and what you see from each. 8 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-lookouts/)[### Kiama wildlife, including lyrebirds, ground parrots and whales Where to see Kiama wildlife: whales off the headlands, lyrebirds at Minnamurra, ground parrots at Barren Grounds, a bird hide, rockpool rules and nature walks. 8 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-wildlife-and-nature-walks/)[### Little Blowhole in Kiama, and when to catch it spraying The Little Blowhole in Kiama is free, open 24/7 and sprays on north-east swells. Where to find it, parking, safety, when to go and the walk to Easts Beach. 6 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/little-blowhole/)[### Minnamurra Rainforest guide to the falls walk, fees and hours Minnamurra Rainforest guide: the Lyrebird Loop, the 4.2 km Minnamurra Falls walk, $12 vehicle entry, gate hours and tips, 25 minutes' drive from Kiama. 8 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/minnamurra-rainforest/)[### 14 places to visit in Kiama in 2027, with walk and drive times 14 places to visit in Kiama in 2027, including the Blowhole, Cathedral Rocks and Saddleback Mountain, with walk and drive times, parking, fees and 2027 dates. 13 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/places-to-visit-in-kiama/)[### Saddleback Mountain lookout, Hoddles Track and the drive up from Kiama Saddleback Mountain lookout sits more than 600 m above Kiama, 9 minutes' drive from town, with views from Cronulla to Milton, two platforms and Hoddles Track. 5 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/saddleback-mountain/)[### Kiama walks along the coast and through rainforest and heath Kiama walks for every pace: Coast Walk sections, Minnamurra Falls, Barren Grounds heath tracks and Seven Mile Beach, with distances, grades and dog rules. 10 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/walks-in-kiama/)[### 6 waterfalls near Kiama, all within an hour's drive Waterfalls near Kiama, from Minnamurra Falls (25 minutes) to Carrington, Belmore and Fitzroy Falls, with walk grades, park fees, closures and drive times. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/waterfalls-near-kiama/)[### Whale watching in Kiama from six free lookouts, plus cruises Whale watching in Kiama runs May to November. Six free lookouts from Minnamurra to Gerroa, the month-by-month season, cruises from Shell Cove and spotting tips. 7 min read](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/whale-watching-kiama/)

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