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Introduction

Contact Info:
Killalea Drive Shell Cove
(PO Box 4016 Shellharbour) NSW 2529
Ph: (02) 4237 8589
Fax:(02) 4237 8438

Killalea State Park, on the NSW coast at Shellharbour, is Crown Land dedicated to public recreation. It is managed by Killalea State Park Trust.

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It features stunning views in all directions, and a range of public recreation facilities consistent with environmental conservation.

Natural features include sandy, rocky shores, coastal dunes and heath, river frontage, tidal mangroves, fresh-water lagoon, subtropical and littoral rainforest remnants and an offshore island.

Popular recreational activities include:

SURFING with two great surf beaches: Killalea Beach (The Farm) and Minnamurra Beach (Mystics);
FISHING (from rock, beach and river);
PICNICS (at several sites throughout the Park);
CAMPING (with toilets, showers and undercover BBQ area).

The park also features bush and coastal walking trails, and is within hiking distance of Bass Point Reserve and the picturesque Shellharbour village.

The park includes the Killalea Training Centre (a Registered Training Organisation) specialising in training and assessment for WorkCover OH&S and Plant Operators and RTA Traffic Control.

Also on site is the Illawarra Environmental Education Centre (NSW Department of Education and Training).

Park Services:

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Park entry is free.
The Park is open 4.30 am to 8.45 pm DAILY (after hours access for authorised campers only).
Office Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00 am to 4.30 pm.
Water is bore-water: not suitable for drinking.
Beaches are NOT patrolled.
Mosquitoes and Sandflies: Depending on wind and weather conditions occasionally there are mosquitoes and/or sandflies in the park. It is advisable to bring the necessary repellents.

Park Fees:

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Fees are effective from the 01st September 2008

Fees are payable on all organised and advertised events held in Killalea State Park.
Bookings are essential and must be confirmed with payment to our office staff prior to the event taking place.

PLEASE PHONE (02) 4237 8589 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A BOOKING

Park Rules:

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Vehicles and drivers are subject to NSW Traffic Regulations and penalties.
Vehicles are only allowed on formed roads and carparks.
Speed limit in the Park is 40 kph (15 kph in Camping Area)
Dogs are NOT permitted in the Park.
Fires are only permitted in BBQs and permanently constructed fireplaces.
Vehicles must NOT remain in the park after 8.45 pm (authorised campers excepted).

Infringement notices may be issued under the Crown Lands Act for non compliance of park rules.

(Automated boom-gates prevent entry/exit between 8.45 pm and 4.30 am without PIN-code access. PIN codes are available to authorised campers on receipt of payment).

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