Where to ride

Tour de Illawarra
		A Guide to Cycling in the Illawarra An overview of more than 20 rides in the local area.
Individual Ride Brochures
		More detailed information about each of the rides in the Guide to Cycling in the Illawarra, including starting points, ride directions and information, and maps.
The rides documented below provide details for travel in one direction, but most are suitable for return rides, with cafés and toilets available along the route or at the turn-around point. Many rides commence at, pass by, or end near a railway station. Clicking or tapping on the route name or brochure icon next the the ride description provides a printable triple-fold version of the route directions. The GPX links to the right of the Grade provide the option to download the route to your chosen portable device. *Ride Grade Descriptions >>>*
Please read the Guide to Cycling in the Illawarra (above) to understand general cycling safety issues and rider responsibility.

See also: Kiama Tourist Cycling Guide >>>

Please note that documentation of the rides below is a work in progress. The linked rides below are gradually being expanded as the ride information becomes available and is written up by Werner and Co. Check back regularly for additional new ride brochures.

If using a phone, the guides below are best viewed using the Google Docs app.

Illawarra Combo Tours

Illawarra – Grand Coastal Tour
Ride C1		Thirroul to Kiama
	This is a combo ride, made up of a collection of the four rides documented below. The brochures will guide you from Thirroul in the north to Kiama in the south. The ride starts and finishes near train stations. The ride can be easily competed in a single day, or combined with overnight accommodation for a grand weekend sightseeing tour. Download each of the ride guides below for a more detailed navigation guide for each section of the ride. GPX maps are also linked below for loading on GPS devices.
		Stage 1 – Thirroul to Wollongong
		From Thirroul station, pedal east towards Thirroul beach, through a few residential streets, before joining the coastal shared path all the way to Wollongong. (Alternatively commence the ride at Thirroul Beach Reserve.) There are plenty of beach cafes along the way!
		17 km	Easy	GPX

		Stage 2 – Wollongong to Windang via Port Kembla
		Take in some of the Illawarra’s industrial landscape along with the spectacular backdrop of world-class golden beaches. Maybe spot the local football teams training at WIN stadium or take a dip in the classic Port Kembla pool.
		23 km	Easy	GPX

		Stage 3 – Windang to Dunmore
		An enjoyable coastal ride on shared paths with some gentle hills and a downhill run on Dunmore Road to the old Dunmore Station crossing. On the way, take a break at the world-renowned Shell Cove Marina (cafes and toilets) and maybe add a side trip out the the Killalea Surfing Reserve.
		12 kms	Moderate	GPX

		Stage 4 – Dunmore to Kiama
		An enjoyable coastal ride on shared paths and quiet residential streets with some gentle hills. Don’t miss the spectacular views from Minnamurra Headland. Cafes and toilets at Shell Cove, Kiama and the Blowhole. Finish the ride at the famous Kiama Blowhole. Pedal back into town to Kiama Railway Station, to travel north to Wollongong, Thirroul and Sydney, or south to Gerringong, Berry and Bomaderry. (Trains every hour)
		15 km	Moderate	GPX

Individual Ride Guides

Gerringong / Kiama / Jamberoo / Windang
Ride K1		Kiama Scenic Tour
		This ride explores the scenic highlights of the Kiama coastline. The shared paths along the Kiama Harbour foreshore are suitable for families. As Kiama is hilly some hill climbing over headlands cannot be avoided but the effort is rewarded with some of the best coastal views in the Illawarra.
		10 kms	Moderate	GPX

Ride K2		Windang to Dunmore
		An enjoyable coastal ride on shared paths with some gentle hills and light traffic on Dunmore Road. Take a break at Shell Cove Marina, and a side trip to the Killalea Surfing Reserve.
		12 kms	Moderate	GPX

Ride K3		Dunmore to Kiama
		An enjoyable coastal ride on shared paths and residential street with some hills. Don’t miss the spectacular views from Minnamurra Headland.
		15 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K4		Kiama to Dunmore / Windang
		Some short hills, residential streets, beach and escarpment views. Take side trips to Shell Cove Marina and Killalea Surfing Reserve.,
		25 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K5		Killalea & Bass Pt Mountain Bike Rides (A, B, C)
		Short scenic rides with wonderful beach and ocean views at Killalea.
		Ride A – 9 km	Moderate	GPX
		Ride B – 14 km	Moderate	GPX
		Ride C – 5 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K6		Minnamurra to Jamberoo and Minnamurra Rainforest
		A scenic ride through rolling hills, farmland and rainforest.
		20 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K7		Bombo to Primbee
		An enjoyable coastal ride on shared paths and residential streets.
		45 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K8		Kiama, Jamberoo, Shellharbour – On the road
		Shellharbour to Bombo, Kiama, Jamberoo, Albion Park, Oak Flats and back to Shellharbour.
		45 km	Hard	GPX

Ride K9		Kiama to Oak Flats – On the highway
		Kiama to Oak Flats, using the Bicycle Lanes on the F6 Freeway.
		20 km	Moderate

Ride K10		Gerroa to Shoalhaven Heads – Mountain Bike Trail
		An enjoyable ride through the Seven Mile Beach National Park, and along Seven Mile Beach
		20 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride K11		Gerringong to Berry Loops
		Head off down the highway, and explore some country roads
		Three rides, up to 70 km	Moderate	GPX

Dunmore / Windang / Shellharbour / Dapto
Ride SR1		Blackbutt Reserve Circuit
		Involves some steep hills in the first two kilometres and follows the shared path in a loop from Blackbutt Reserve.
		20 km	Moderate

Ride SR2		Around the Lake – Mostly shared path
		Around Lake Illawarra using shared paths and back streets.
		43 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride SR3		Around the Lake – On the road
		This one is for the cyclist who prefers riding on roads.
		40+ km	Hard

Ride SR4		Albion Pk Station – Marshall Mt – Huntley
		A scenic ride through the Illawarra Hinterland
		45 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride SR5		Albion Park Jamberoo Loop
		Albion Park to Jamberoo, Dunmore via Swamp Road, Shellharbour, Oak Flats and back to Albion Park.
		35 km	Hard

Ride SR6		Shellharbour City Circuit
		Suitable for most riders – a mixture of shared paths and on-roads riding.
		28 km	Moderate

Ride SR7		North Macquarie Loop
		A ride through rolling hills between the lake and escarpment.
		33 km	Moderate

Port Kembla / Wollongong / Thirroul
Ride W1		Thirroul to Wollongong
		Enjoy a scenic ride along the northern Illawarra coast.
		17 km	Easy	GPX

Ride W2		Wollongong to Windang via Port Kembla
		An easy scenic ride mostly on shared paths and back streets following the coast and through the BlueScope Steel industrial area.
		23 km	Easy	GPX

Ride W3		Commuting around University of Wollongong
		Commuting to the University from the north and south.
			Various

Ride W4		Mt Keira Mt Kembla Loop
		A good workout after a night out on the town!
		24 km	Extreme	GPX

Ride W5		Mt Kembla Mine Memorial Trail
		The ride follows the remains of the original 1882 railway between Mount Kembla Mine on American Creek to Red Point, Five Islands (now part of Port Kembla outer harbour).
		35 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride W6		Thirroul to Stanwell Park / Bald Hill
		Thirroul to Stanwell Park for Coffee after crossing the Sea Cliff Bridge and up Bald Hill for the views.
		15 km	Hard	GPX

Ride W7		Stanwell Park / Bald Hill to Bundeena & Cronulla
		This ride follows the coast north from Stanwell Park to Bundeena and involves several long steep hills on narrow roads.
		32 km	Hard	GPX

Southern Highlands
Ride SH1		Robertson – Belmore Falls – Fitzroy Falls Loop
		Scenic tour visiting waterfalls in the Illawarra hinterland
		42 km	Moderate MTB	GPX

Ride SH2		Robo-Kangaloon-Tourist Rd Loop
		Scenic ride in the Illawarra hinterland. Two options – 40 km and 25 km. All on road with hills and traffic.
		40 / 25 km	Moderate	GPX

Ride SH3		Burrawang – Fitzroy Falls Loop
		Scenic ride in the Illawarra hinterland. All on road with hills and traffic.
		30 km	Hard

Shoalhaven Area
Ride SN1		Huskisson – Vincentia or Tomerong Loop
		Ride A – Pedal the leisurely Huskisson – Vincentia beachside cycle path before lunch at Husky Pub! (15 km return) Ride B – Explore the shores of Jervis Bay and St Georges Basin via the Ride A shard path, then head west from Vincentia to St George’s Basin and Tomerong. Mix of On-Road and Shared Paths. (40 km loop).
		Ride A – 15 km	Easy
		Ride B – 40 km	Moderate

Other Information

NSW Cycleway Finder	Cycling Signs

Kiama BUG

Cycling in Kiama, Australia

A Guide to Cycling in the Illawarra