Jerrara Dam
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Jerrara Dam is a peaceful country spot near Kiama, an easy escape with shade and open surroundings. Dogs are welcome on-leash, though under Kiama's rules they are limited to the perimeter footpaths of the park rather than the interior. It is a quiet, low-key place for a gentle walk away from the bustle. A relaxed on-leash outing in a natural setting.
Dog rules
Dogs must be kept on-leash and are only permitted on perimeter footpaths of public parks within the Kiama Municipal Council area. Dogs are not permitted in park interiors. Dogs are not permitted on beaches unless within a designated off-leash beach area, in Minnamurra River water areas, or in Crooked River. Dogs are not permitted within 10 metres of children's playgrounds or food preparation/consumption areas, or on active sports fields during organised sport. Dog faeces must be immediately removed and properly disposed of. Source: Kiama Municipal Council – Dog off-leash areas (kiama.nsw.gov.au/Services/Animals/Dog-off-leash-areas)
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On-leash onlyAdmin team verified
Shade availableFrom reviews
Grassy areaFrom reviews
29 Mount Brandon Rd, Jerrara NSW 2533
Before you go
- 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
- 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.
What people say
★★★★☆4 months ago
Really pleasant drive into the back hills of Kiama downs. Small, shaded walks. Some areas of the dam accessible taking path past the lookout. Can imagine at the right hour would be good birdwatching
★★★★☆6 years ago
Agree its not 'spectacular', but still worth the short drive from Kiama and a very peacefull escape to country. Take the kids and the dog.
★★★★★7 months ago
Beautiful forest walking tracks all around here and such a great place for a picnic or relaxing day. So many species of trees and so accessible. Well worth a visit.
★★★★☆4 years ago
Yes I went here yesterday and I was looking for Cygnets for I could not find any on lake Illawara and I met a fishers Officer yesterday and he told me where to find them and he was right and when I arrived there was a council worker from Kiama and he told me where to find them ! And I got lost 😂 lol I loved 🥰 the drive in to the Dam 🦫 and I will have to take my wife next time and she loves the old houses ! And I was wondering where that road leads from for I was driving the other way when I was driving just before Lockdown to Kiama Downs and they have a good Bakery at Kiama Downs big Cream Buns and great pies and cakes and coffee if you love ❤️ these things and I just found out we could have seen the Cygnets at Haywards bay !
★★★★☆4 years ago
Nice place for a walk in nature, but you won’t get very close to the dam. The weeds and grass are above my head down near the dam now. But if you’re looking for a nice easy walk in the country side than it’s very nice :)
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