About this place
What to expect
Windang Beach is located at the entrance to Lake Illawarra, 15 kilometres south of Wollongong's city centre. It offers spectacular views of the famous Five Islands off the Wollongong coastline. The beach is very popular with families and there is accommodation nearby at the local caravan park, which has views of the lake and the ocean. There is a large foreshore park at Windang Beach with barbecues, sheltered picnic areas, a playground, and a shared cycle path. Windang Beach and Lake Illawarra are good fishing areas. Dogs are banned on Windang Beach however to the north the middle area of the beach is a dog friendly off lead area. Please view Wollongong council dog zoning areas for clarity.