


Lake Illawarra Exploration Via Stand Up Paddle Board
Written by Samantha Wonnacott /
Lake Illawarra (Warra in Aboriginal, meaning ‘pleasant place near the sea’) is just over an hour’s drive south of Sydney. This beautiful body of water covers nearly 36 square kms gathers water from the Illawarra escarpment as well as a narrow tidal entrance at Windang. There’s various entry and exit points around the lake, but a favourite amongst locals is Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra.
Highlights
Where the lake makes its way to the ocean, and there's some swell around, you'll score small but epic left handers curling off the northern break wall.If you prefer smooth water, you've got the whole lake to explore whether that's solo or an XL SUP with friends! But be sure to get up early to catch the sunrise over the ocean, you'll be spoilt for silhouette photographs as the sun ball cracks the horizon rises up. Most cringe at the thought of an early alarm, but when they experience their first sunrise on the water, they always come back for more.
Make the most of everything this lake has to offer and head out on your all round Ride board. Whether you decide to enjoy the tranquil water at sun rise or paddle your way for some waves, this board is the answer!
Local knowledge
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Sat nav
34.5417, 150.8583 -
Nearest parking
Car park next to the lake.
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Launch point
Anywhere you see suitable on the shore.