Description
WARILLA SOUTH BEACH
Warilla Beach is a popular swimming and surfing beach located in Shellharbour, just south of Wollongong. This two kilometre beach stretches from the mouth of the Illawarra River down to Elliot Lake, a small estuary which separates the sands of Warilla from Barrack Point.
Warilla Beach is patrolled by lifesavers for seven months of the year, and attracts a number of fishing enthusiasts all year round. The entire beach is backed by a shared pedestrian and cycling path; head south along the coastline to reach Shellharbour North Beach and central Shellharbour, or head north from Warilla Beach to explore the scenic shoreline of beautiful Lake Illawarra.
Little Lake Park, found at the southern end of Warilla Beach, is an extremely popular spot for weekend picnics and barbecues. Fronting onto the calm, shallow waters of Elliot Lake, it’s also a top choice for young children and those learning to swim. The area around Warilla Beach is also home to a range of wildlife, as well as important nesting areas of the endangered little tern.
Update on Warilla Beach Seawall Renewal Milestone
Warilla Beach Access - Bucknell Street stairs & ramp are now open as of October 2023.
Great news for the community! You can now access Warilla Beach using the newly finished stairs & beach ramp at Bucknell Street.
Swimming
A potentially hazardous beach with rips dominating the surf. Stay between the flags and on the bar, avoiding the rip holes and side currents. Lifeguards also patrol the northern end between Christmas and Easter.
Surfing
Beach breaks occur along the beach, however at high tide waves crash on the southern seawall. The south side of Windang Island has a good left that can hold most swell up to 5 m and offers a prime big wave spot.
Warilla South is offered some protection from southerly winds and swells by Barrack Point.
Fishing
Good gutters are common along the northern part of the beach, as well as the southern creek.
Facilities
Outdoor shower
Patrolled beach (seasonal)
Public toilet
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