# Kiama Playgrounds | 12 Parks for a Family Week Away

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Last updated: 2026-10-17

# 12 Kiama playgrounds for a family week, from town to Jamberoo

The main Kiama playground is Hindmarsh Park on Terralong Street, rebuilt in 2024 with sand and water play, an inclusive trampoline and an accessible carousel. For a beach day, Coronation Park at Surf Beach and Kendalls Point Reserve have shaded playgrounds by the sand. Hillview Circuit Park is a 7-minute walk from Kiama Ridge Waters.

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Photo: Maksym Kozlenko, [CC BY-SA 3.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hindmarsh_Park_-_panoramio_(1).jpg)

## Pick a Kiama playground for each day of the week

Photo: Maxim75, [CC BY 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2023-09-02_Kiama,_NSW_1.jpg)

Kiama Council looks after more than 20 playgrounds across the municipality, from the big inclusive park in the town centre to small neighbourhood parks tucked between houses. For a family staying a week, that means a different one most days, each paired with a beach, an ocean pool or a town to explore.

From Kiama Ridge Waters, at 2 [Surfleet Place](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/live-and-own/kiama-ridge-waters-location/) on the quiet southern side of town, the closest playground is a short stroll away, the beachside ones are a 20-minute walk or a 3-minute drive, and the playgrounds in Gerringong, Kiama Downs and Jamberoo are 8 to 13 minutes by car. Features below come from each park's Kiama Council page. Walk and drive times are from the apartments.

Playground | Area | Council lists | From Kiama Ridge Waters |

Hillview Circuit Park | South Kiama | Playground, shade, picnic tables | 7 min walk (0.5 km) |

Whitton Place Reserve | Near Easts Beach | Playground, shade | 16 min walk (1.2 km) |

Kendalls Point Reserve | Kendalls Beach | Playground, shade, outdoor gym, BBQ | 19 min walk (1.5 km), 2 min drive |

Coronation Park | Surf Beach | Shaded playground, toilets, BBQ, showers | 23 min walk (1.9 km), 3 min drive |

Black Beach foreshore | [Kiama Harbour](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-harbour/) | Playground with accessible swing, toilets | About 29 min walk (2.2 km), 3 min drive |

Hindmarsh Park | Town centre | Inclusive playground, sand and water play, toilets | 33 min walk (2.7 km), 4 min drive |

Blowhole Point Reserve | Blowhole Point | Playground, toilets, BBQ, rock pool | About 35 min walk (2.9 km), 5 min drive |

Waabie Reserve (Big Fig Park) | West Kiama | Spider web climbing tower, fig tree shade | About 5 min drive (2.7 km) |

Gainsborough Chase Reserve | Kiama Downs | Shaded playground, BMX track, basketball, toilets | About 10 min drive (8.3 km) |

South Werri Reserve | Gerringong | Playground, skate park, kiosk, toilets, BBQ | About 8 min drive (7.7 km) |

Old School Park | Gerringong | Fully shaded playground, toilets | About 8 min drive (8.2 km) |

Reid Park | Jamberoo | Playground, water play, skate park, toilets, BBQ | About 13 min drive (11.5 km) |

None of the Council listings mention fencing, so treat every playground as unfenced and keep an eye on runners near roads and car parks.

## Start next door at Hillview Circuit Park

Hillview Circuit Park, also called Frogs Hollow, sits on the corner of Hillview Circuit and South Kiama Drive. It is the closest playground to Kiama Ridge Waters, about a 7-minute walk (0.5 km), so it's the one to reach for on arrival day when everyone needs to stretch their legs after the drive.

Kiama Council describes a playground, a large grassy area for running around and shaded picnic tables for lunch outdoors. The Council page does not list toilets or a barbecue, so pack snacks and plan a quick trip home if needed. It's a neighbourhood park, quieter than the town playgrounds, and a good choice for an early morning play before the beach.

### Hillview Circuit Park (Frogs Hollow)

South Kiama

Playground, grassy play area and shaded picnic tables. About a 7-minute walk (0.5 km) from Kiama Ridge Waters.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Hillview-Circuit-Park-Frogs-Hollow)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-34.6845631,150.8472837)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Hillview%20Circuit%20Park%20(Frogs%20Hollow)%2C%20South%20Kiama%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Hillview%20Circuit%20Park%20(Frogs%20Hollow)%2C%20South%20Kiama%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Walk to Whitton Place Reserve on the way to Easts Beach

Photo: popejon2, [CC BY 2.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kiama_(8236790544).jpg)

Whitton Place Reserve runs from Whitton Place through to Tombonda Drive, and Kiama Council notes it's a short walk to Easts Beach and the Little Blowhole. From the apartments it's about 16 minutes on foot (1.2 km), so it slots neatly into a morning walk.

Council lists a playground and shade, with seating and a grassed play area. There are no toilets on the listing. Pair it with [Easts Beach](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/beaches/easts-beach-kiama/), where the shallow Munna Munnora Creek at the southern end is a favourite paddling spot for little ones, or the [Little Blowhole](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/little-blowhole/) on a north-east swell.

### Whitton Place Reserve

South Kiama, near Easts Beach

Playground, shade, seating and a grassed play area. About a 16-minute walk (1.2 km) from the apartments.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Whitton-Place-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-34.6870979,150.8550186)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Whitton%20Place%20Reserve%2C%20South%20Kiama%2C%20near%20Easts%20Beach%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Whitton%20Place%20Reserve%2C%20South%20Kiama%2C%20near%20Easts%20Beach%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Play above the sand at Kendalls Point Reserve

Photo: Ymblanter, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kiama_Church_Point_and_Kendalls_Point_seen_from_the_lighthouse_parking_lot.jpg)

Kendalls Point Reserve is off Bourrool Street at the northern end of the Surf Beach Holiday Park, with views over Surf Beach and across to [Kiama Lighthouse](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-lighthouse/). Kiama Council lists a playground, shade areas, picnic tables, outdoor gym equipment and paved [walking tracks](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/walks-in-kiama/), and its introduction mentions a barbecue as well.

It's about a 19-minute walk (1.5 km) or a 2-minute drive from the apartments. Kendalls Beach is right there: Destination Kiama says its shallow water and gentle waves suit young children and less confident swimmers. Toilets are not on the Council listing for the reserve itself, so plan for that with toddlers.

### Kendalls Point Reserve

Kendalls Beach, Kiama

Playground, shade, picnic tables, outdoor gym and BBQ. About a 19-minute walk (1.5 km) or 2-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Kendalls-Point-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-34.6790751,150.8532359)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Kendalls%20Point%20Reserve%2C%20Kendalls%20Beach%2C%20Kiama%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Kendalls%20Point%20Reserve%2C%20Kendalls%20Beach%2C%20Kiama%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Spend a beach afternoon at Coronation Park

Photo: Maurice van Creij, [CC BY 3.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Coronation_Park_-_panoramio.jpg)

Coronation Park is at 74 Manning Street, on the grass beside Surf Beach, Kiama's main surf beach. Kiama Council describes a large shaded playground, undercover picnic areas and open lawn, and lists toilets including an accessible toilet, a barbecue, showers, outdoor gym equipment, beach volleyball and a rotunda. The beach is patrolled in summer, according to Council.

It's a 23-minute walk (1.9 km) or a 3-minute drive from Kiama Ridge Waters. On Wednesday afternoons the [Kiama Farmers' Market](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/eat-and-drink/kiama-markets/) sets up here, 3pm to 6pm in daylight saving time and 2pm to 5pm the rest of the year, so the kids can play while you buy dinner. Check times before you go.

### Coronation Park

Surf Beach, Kiama

Large shaded playground, toilets, BBQ, showers and undercover picnic tables beside Surf Beach. 23-minute walk or 3-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Coronation-Park)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Coronation+Park+74+Manning+Street+Kiama)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Coronation%20Park%2C%20Surf%20Beach%2C%20Kiama%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Coronation%20Park%2C%20Surf%20Beach%2C%20Kiama%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Swing by the harbour at the Black Beach foreshore

Photo: Ymblanter, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kiama_Black_Beach_seen_from_the_southeast.jpg)

The Black Beach foreshore on Shoalhaven Street sits beside the Old School Flat, looking over Kiama Harbour. Kiama Council lists a children's playground with an accessible swing, public toilets, outdoor seating, a ping pong table and a walking track.

It's about a 29-minute walk (2.2 km) or a 3-minute drive from the apartments. The Continental Pool, a 50 m ocean pool, is on the same stretch of Shoalhaven Street. For calm-day swimming ideas, see our [Kiama rock pools guide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/beaches/kiama-rock-pools/).

### Black Beach foreshore

Kiama Harbour

Playground with an accessible swing, public toilets, ping pong table and walking track. About 29 minutes on foot or 3 minutes by car.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Black-Beach-foreshore)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-34.6740734,150.851432)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Black%20Beach%20foreshore%2C%20Kiama%20Harbour%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Black%20Beach%20foreshore%2C%20Kiama%20Harbour%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Let the kids loose at Hindmarsh Park

Photo: Maksym Kozlenko, [CC BY-SA 3.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hindmarsh_Park_-_panoramio_(2).jpg)

Hindmarsh Park at 107 Terralong Street is the big one, Kiama's main town playground. Council finished a $4.5 million upgrade in September 2024. Its equipment list includes:

- climbing towers with rope bridges, slides and a climbing wall

- an inclusive trampoline and an inclusive seesaw

- pod, basket and baby swings

- an accessible carousel and an accessible musical marimba

- sand and water play

- toddler springers, a crawling tunnel, stepping stones and a sensory trail

Council also lists toilets with an accessible toilet, shade areas, picnic shelters, a barbecue and a drinking fountain. It's a 33-minute walk (2.7 km) or 4-minute drive from Kiama Ridge Waters, in the middle of town, so coffee, lunch and [ice cream](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/eat-and-drink/kiama-ice-cream/) are steps away. Our [Kiama cafes guide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/eat-and-drink/kiama-cafes/) has ideas.

### Hindmarsh Park

Kiama town centre

Inclusive playground rebuilt in 2024, with sand and water play, toilets, shade and a BBQ. 33-minute walk or 4-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Hindmarsh-Park)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Hindmarsh+Park+107+Terralong+Street+Kiama)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Hindmarsh%20Park%2C%20Kiama%20town%20centre%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Hindmarsh%20Park%2C%20Kiama%20town%20centre%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Combine the Blowhole with a play at Blowhole Point Reserve

Photo: Ymblanter, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kiama_Blowhole_lookout_seen_from_Kiama_Lighthouse.jpg)

Blowhole Point Reserve wraps around the Kiama Blowhole, the Lighthouse and the Visitor Information Centre. Kiama Council lists a playground, toilets and an accessible toilet, change rooms, showers, a barbecue, undercover picnic tables and outdoor gym equipment, with the Blowhole Point rock pool a short walk away.

It's about a 35-minute walk (2.9 km) or a 5-minute drive from the apartments. Watch the [Kiama Blowhole](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/landmarks-and-walks/kiama-blowhole/) first, then let the kids play while you sit with a coffee. Keep little ones behind the railings on the rock shelf.

### Blowhole Point Reserve

Blowhole Point, Kiama

Playground beside the Blowhole and Lighthouse, with toilets, change rooms, BBQ and a rock pool nearby. About a 5-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Blowhole-Point-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Blowhole+Point+Reserve+Kiama)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Blowhole%20Point%20Reserve%2C%20Blowhole%20Point%2C%20Kiama%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Blowhole%20Point%20Reserve%2C%20Blowhole%20Point%2C%20Kiama%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Climb the spider web at Waabie Reserve

Photo: Derek Harper, [CC BY-SA 2.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Climbing_net,_Kitson_Park_-_geograph.org.uk_-_5495542.jpg)

Waabie Reserve, also called Big Fig Park, is on Greyleigh Drive at the corner of Bland Street, in the residential streets west of the town centre. Kiama Council describes a spider web climbing tower, a small activity platform and a large grassy play area, all shaded by a big fig tree, plus picnic tables including undercover ones.

It's about a 5-minute drive (2.7 km) from Kiama Ridge Waters. No toilets are listed, so it suits a short play with a picnic rather than a whole afternoon.

### Waabie Reserve (Big Fig Park)

West Kiama

Spider web climbing tower and grassy play area under a large fig tree, with picnic tables. About a 5-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Waabie-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-34.6739994,150.8391759)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Waabie%20Reserve%20(Big%20Fig%20Park)%2C%20West%20Kiama%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Waabie%20Reserve%20(Big%20Fig%20Park)%2C%20West%20Kiama%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Bring the bikes to Gainsborough Chase Reserve

Photo: L Maule, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Wellington_BMX_track_2018_01.jpg)

Gainsborough Chase Reserve spans both sides of Thornett Way in [Kiama Downs](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/towns/kiama-downs/), about a 10-minute drive (8.3 km) north of the apartments. Kiama Council lists a shaded playground, a BMX track, a free basketball court, a cricket pitch, undercover picnic tables, toilets and paved walking tracks.

With bikes, scooters and a ball, this is an easy half day for school-age kids. Council's page can show a caution status for the reserve, so look at it before you drive up.

### Gainsborough Chase Reserve

Kiama Downs

Shaded playground, BMX track, basketball court, toilets and undercover picnic tables. About a 10-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Sportsfields/Gainsborough-Chase-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Gainsborough+Chase+Reserve+Thornett+Way+Kiama+Downs)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Gainsborough%20Chase%20Reserve%2C%20Kiama%20Downs%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Gainsborough%20Chase%20Reserve%2C%20Kiama%20Downs%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Make a beach day of South Werri Reserve in Gerringong

Photo: Maurice van Creij, [CC BY 3.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Looking_south_on_Werri_beach_-_panoramio.jpg)

South Werri Reserve is behind Gerringong Surf Club off Pacific Avenue, about an 8-minute drive (7.7 km) south. Kiama Council lists a children's playground, a skate park, a large grassy play area, toilets, a barbecue, undercover picnic tables and a kiosk.

[Werri Beach](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/beaches/werri-beach/) is across the road, and the South Werri ocean pool has a separate children's wading pool, according to Destination Kiama. It's a full morning in one stop. Our [Gerringong guide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/towns/gerringong/) covers the rest of the village.

### South Werri Reserve

Gerringong

Playground, skate park, kiosk, toilets and BBQ behind Gerringong Surf Club. About an 8-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/South-Werri-Reserve)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=South+Werri+Reserve+Pacific+Avenue+Gerringong)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=South%20Werri%20Reserve%2C%20Gerringong%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=South%20Werri%20Reserve%2C%20Gerringong%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Shelter from the sun at Old School Park in Gerringong

Photo: NotTarts, [CC BY-SA 3.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Gerringong_from_South_Head.jpg)

Old School Park, also called Gerringong Park, is at 110 Fern Street next to Gerringong Town Hall, in the middle of the village. Kiama Council describes a fully shaded playground with large grassy areas, and lists toilets, an accessible toilet and picnic tables.

The full shade makes it a smart pick on a hot summer afternoon. It's about an 8-minute drive (8.2 km) from the apartments, and Fern Street's cafes are a short walk away: see [Gerringong cafes and restaurants](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/eat-and-drink/gerringong-cafes-and-restaurants/).

### Old School Park (Gerringong Park)

Gerringong village

Fully shaded playground with toilets and picnic tables beside the Town Hall on Fern Street. About an 8-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Old-School-Park-Gerringong-Park)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Old+School+Park+110+Fern+Street+Gerringong)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Old%20School%20Park%20(Gerringong%20Park)%2C%20Gerringong%20village%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Old%20School%20Park%20(Gerringong%20Park)%2C%20Gerringong%20village%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Splash at Reid Park in Jamberoo

Photo: Ymblanter, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jamberoo_Park_seen_from_Churchill_Street.jpg)

Reid Park on Allowrie Street is in the centre of Jamberoo, about a 13-minute drive (11.5 km) inland. Kiama Council describes a playground, a water play area and a rotunda, and lists a skate park, toilets with an accessible toilet, a barbecue, undercover picnic tables, shade and a water fountain.

A fire destroyed most of the play equipment in November 2024. Council replaced it, and its project page shows the repairs completed in March 2025. Make a day of it with our [Jamberoo guide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/towns/jamberoo/).

### Reid Park

Jamberoo

Playground with water play, skate park, toilets, BBQ and rotunda in the village centre. About a 13-minute drive.

[Website](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Reid-Park)[Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Reid+Park+Allowrie+Street+Jamberoo)Directions: [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&origin=2%20Surfleet%20Place%2C%20Kiama%20NSW%202533&destination=Reid%20Park%2C%20Jamberoo%20NSW) · [Waze](https://waze.com/ul?q=Reid%20Park%2C%20Jamberoo%20NSW&navigate=yes)

## Pair each playground with a beach or ocean pool

Photo: Mathew Toll, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kiama_Ocean_Pool,_Kiama,_New_South_Wales.jpg)

The beachside playgrounds turn a play into a whole morning. Here's how they line up:

- Kendalls Point Reserve: Kendalls Beach, the gentle beach for young children.

- Coronation Park: Surf Beach, patrolled in summer, with showers in the park.

- Black Beach foreshore: the 50 m Continental Pool.

- Blowhole Point Reserve: the Blowhole Point rock pool, with a shallow wading area off to the side.

- South Werri Reserve: Werri Beach and the South Werri children's wading pool.

Swim between the red and yellow flags, and check [BeachSafe](https://beachsafe.org.au/) for patrol times before you go. Ocean pools take waves at [high tide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/tools/kiama-tides/) and in big swell, so skip them on rough days. Our [Kiama beaches guide](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/beaches/) covers each beach in more detail.

## Keep a rainy-day backup ready

Photo: WikiFix2007, [CC BY-SA 4.0](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Melbourne_Sports_and_Aquatic_Centre.jpg)

Most of these playgrounds have shade but no cover, so a wet day needs a plan B. The Kiama Leisure Centre at 1 Havilah Place is Council's indoor pool, with a heated toddler pool alongside the 25 m lap pool, about a 5-minute drive from the apartments. Destination Kiama also points families to its giant inflatable pool toy, which runs all year.

The undercover picnic tables at Coronation Park, Blowhole Point, Gainsborough Chase and South Werri help in a passing shower. For longer wet spells, our guide to [rainy day things to do in Kiama](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/things-to-do/rainy-day-things-to-do-in-kiama/) lists museums, the library, [pottery](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/things-to-do/kiama-arts-and-culture/) and more, with opening hours.

## Plan a family week around the playgrounds

A week gives you time to try a new playground most days without long drives. One way to do it:

- Arrival day: Hillview Circuit Park, a 7-minute walk, while someone unpacks.

- Beach morning: Kendalls Beach and Kendalls Point Reserve.

- Town day: Hindmarsh Park, lunch in town, then the Blowhole.

- Wednesday: Surf Beach, Coronation Park and the Farmers' Market for dinner.

- Gerringong day: South Werri Reserve and the beach, then Old School Park in the afternoon shade.

- Inland day: Reid Park in Jamberoo with a rainforest walk or Jamberoo Action Park.

- Last morning: Whitton Place Reserve and a paddle at Easts Beach.

Come home to room for the prams, scooters and wet towels at Kiama Ridge Waters. Each of our three-bedroom apartments sleeps six, with two bathrooms, a full kitchen, a laundry and garage parking for two cars. See our [family stays](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/stay/families/), browse more [things to do in Kiama with kids](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/explore-kiama/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-kiama-with-kids/), or check dates on the [booking page](https://ridgewaterskiama.com.au/book/).

### Staying at Kiama Ridge Waters

Kiama Ridge Waters is a 7-minute walk from Hillview Circuit Park and a 15-minute walk from Easts Beach, with three-bedroom apartments that sleep six. Kiama Ridge Waters offers three-bedroom apartments at 2 Surfleet Place, Kiama, each sleeping six with parking for two cars.

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## Quick answers

**What is the biggest playground in Kiama?**

Hindmarsh Park on Terralong Street is Kiama's main playground. Kiama Council rebuilt it in a $4.5 million upgrade finished in September 2024, adding sand and water play, an inclusive trampoline, an accessible carousel, swings and climbing towers. It has toilets, shade, picnic shelters and a barbecue.

**Is there a playground near Kiama Surf Beach?**

Yes. Coronation Park at 74 Manning Street sits beside Surf Beach, with a large shaded playground, toilets, showers, a barbecue and undercover picnic tables, according to Kiama Council. Kendalls Point Reserve, at the other end of the holiday park, also has a playground and shade.

**Are Kiama playgrounds fenced?**

Kiama Council's park listings do not mention fencing for any of the playgrounds in this guide, so plan as if they are unfenced. Several sit near roads, car parks or the water, so keep toddlers close and check the layout when you arrive.

**Which Kiama playgrounds have toilets?**

Kiama Council lists toilets at Hindmarsh Park, Coronation Park, the Black Beach foreshore, Blowhole Point Reserve, Gainsborough Chase Reserve, South Werri Reserve, Old School Park in Gerringong and Reid Park in Jamberoo. The smaller neighbourhood parks, such as Hillview Circuit Park and Whitton Place Reserve, list none.

**Which Kiama playground has water play?**

Hindmarsh Park in the Kiama town centre has a sand and water play area as part of its 2024 upgrade. Reid Park in Jamberoo also has a water play area, according to Kiama Council. Check the weather and bring a change of clothes, as kids will get wet.

**What is the closest playground to Kiama Ridge Waters?**

Hillview Circuit Park, also known as Frogs Hollow, is about a 7-minute walk (0.5 km) from the apartments on the corner of Hillview Circuit and South Kiama Drive. Council lists a playground, shade and picnic tables. Whitton Place Reserve, near Easts Beach, is about 16 minutes on foot.

**Is the Gerroa playground at Emery Park open?**

No. Kiama Council has halted construction of the new playground at Emery Park in Gerroa while it investigates Aboriginal artefacts, and the area has been turfed. Council says the Headland Drive playground in Gerroa is being upgraded instead. Check the Council page before you go.

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## Sources and useful links

- [Kiama Council: Playgrounds](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Playgrounds)
- [Kiama Council: Hindmarsh Park](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Hindmarsh-Park)
- [Kiama Council: Hindmarsh Park upgrade](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Council/Projects/Hindmarsh-Park-upgrade)
- [Kiama Council: Coronation Park](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Coronation-Park)
- [Kiama Council: Kendalls Point Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Kendalls-Point-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: Black Beach foreshore](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Black-Beach-foreshore)
- [Kiama Council: Blowhole Point Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Blowhole-Point-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: Hillview Circuit Park (Frogs Hollow)](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Hillview-Circuit-Park-Frogs-Hollow)
- [Kiama Council: Whitton Place Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Whitton-Place-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: Waabie Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Waabie-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: Gainsborough Chase Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Sportsfields/Gainsborough-Chase-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: South Werri Reserve](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/South-Werri-Reserve)
- [Kiama Council: Old School Park (Gerringong Park)](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Old-School-Park-Gerringong-Park)
- [Kiama Council: Reid Park](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Reid-Park)
- [Kiama Council: Reid Park playground repairs](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Council/Projects/Reid-Park-Playground-Repairs)
- [Kiama Council: Emery Park](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Parks-playgrounds-and-reserves/Emery-Park)
- [Kiama Council: Kiama Leisure Centre](https://www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Facilities/Kiama-Leisure-Centre)
- [Destination Kiama: Family Fun](https://kiama.com.au/family-fun)
- [Destination Kiama: Kendalls Beach](https://kiama.com.au/listings/things-to-do/kendalls-beach)
- [Destination Kiama: rock pools](https://kiama.com.au/experience/beaches-swimming/rockpools)
- [Destination Kiama: Kiama Farmers' Market](https://kiama.com.au/listings/events/kiama-farmers-market-2)
- [BeachSafe (Surf Life Saving Australia)](https://beachsafe.org.au/)

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