Werri Beach

Werri Beach · Kiama · New South Wales · Australia

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About Werri Beach

Werri Beach is a 1.8 kilometre ocean beach at Gerringong in the Kiama Municipality on the New South Wales South Coast, between Werri Point and the mouth of Werri Lagoon. Backed by dunes, a holiday park and residential area, it is patrolled by Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club. Known for consistent surf, swimming and scenic coastal walks, it is a popular family and surf beach within the Kiama coastal region south of Wollongong.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a long sandy ocean beach with open surf, a sheltered lagoon at the southern end, and headland views from Werri Point. The beach is patrolled in season with flagged swimming areas, backed by dunes, a reserve with picnic and barbecue areas, and a coastal walkway. The setting is residential and natural, suitable for swimming, surfing, walking, fishing and photography, with holiday park and town facilities nearby.

Key highlights

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1.8 km patrolled sandy surf beach between Werri Point and Werri Lagoon
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Consistent surf break popular for surfing and bodyboarding
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Werri Lagoon at southern end for wading and birdwatching
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Kiama Coastal Walk section with headland views and photography points
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Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club patrols and ocean pool views nearby

History of Werri Beach

The area is part of Dharawal Country. Werri Beach and Werri Lagoon have long been used by Aboriginal people. European settlement developed at Gerringong from the mid-19th century as a dairy and coastal town, with the beach later developed for recreation, surf lifesaving and tourism within the Kiama district.

Culture & Context

Werri Beach is a central recreational and surf culture site for Gerringong and the Kiama region, patrolled by Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club and used for community swimming, surfing, fishing and coastal walking.

Route

By air	Fly to Sydney Airport (SYD) or Shellharbour Airport (WOL) near Wollongong, then drive or train south to Gerringong/Kiama.

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Kiama Coastal Walk

The Kiama Coastal Walk is a 22-kilometre marked coastal trail in the Kiama local government area on the New South Wales South Coast, stretching from Minnamurra in the north to Gerringong in the south via Kiama. Notable for dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, rock platforms, and headlands including Bombo Headland and Cathedral Rocks, it passes the famous Kiama Blowhole. The walk showcases natural coastal scenery, Aboriginal and geological heritage, and offers lookouts, beaches and picnic areas along its length.

Kiama, New South WalesPromenade

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Seven Mile Beach National Park

Seven Mile Beach National Park is a coastal protected area in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, stretching along Seven Mile Beach between Shoalhaven Heads and Gerroa. Established in 1971, it protects extensive sand dunes, littoral rainforest, wetlands and the Crookhaven River estuary. The park is notable for its long sandy beach, diverse birdlife, and relatively undisturbed coastal landscape south of Sydney.

Shoalhaven, New South WalesNational Park

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Kiama Blowhole

Kiama Blowhole is a large natural blowhole at Blowhole Point in Kiama on the New South Wales South Coast, about 120 km south of Sydney. Formed in basalt from ancient Gerringong volcanic flows, it is regarded as one of the largest blowholes in the world. When south-easterly swells enter the sea cavern, compressed air forces water up to 25 metres high, creating a dramatic coastal spectacle within a managed headland reserve.

Kiama, New South WalesNatural Attraction

By train	South Coast Line to Gerringong Railway Station, then 10-15 minute walk east to the beach.

By road	Via Princes Highway (M1/A1) to Gerringong, then Fern Street and Renfrew Road to Werri Beach. About 130 km south of Sydney and 30 km south of Wollongong. Parking available at southern and northern ends.

By public transport	NSW TrainLink South Coast Line trains to Gerringong and Kiama, with local bus connections and taxi services to Werri Beach.

Nearest airport	Shellharbour Airport (Wollongong Airport)

Nearest railway station	Gerringong Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Beach is patrolled seasonally by Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club - check patrol times and flags Werri Lagoon water levels and quality can change after heavy rain No camping on the beach; use designated holiday park and accommodation Bring sun protection as shade is limited on the sand
02Rules & restrictions	Swim between the red and yellow flags when patrolled Dogs prohibited on patrolled beach areas and must be on-leash in reserves where permitted - observe local signage No camping or open fires on the beach Fishing restrictions and marine regulations apply - check NSW signage
03Safety information	Strong rips and surf conditions can occur - only swim in patrolled areas Werri Lagoon mouth can have variable currents and water quality after rain Supervise children at all times near surf and lagoon Check BeachSafe and Surf Life Saving NSW conditions before swimming

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Barbecue facilities
Car parking
Holiday Park nearby
Outdoor showers
Picnic Tables
Surf Life Saving Club
Toilets