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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

Day useOfficial dataNSWNorthern BeachesUpdated 28 May 2026

Illawong Bay picnic area

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Illawong Bay picnic area is a picnic area in NSW. This page helps you check facilities, access, location, and nearby protected areas before visiting.

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
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Facilities

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CampingUnknown50%BookingUnknown50%ShowersUnknown50%Hot waterUnknown50%WaterUnknown50%BBQAvailable100%TablesUnknown50%ShelterAvailable100%PowerUnknown50%Open fireNot allowed100%

Official details

Full official description
Permitted: Fishing A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters. Please note that spear guns and hand spears are not permitted in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. They may not be carried through the park and must not be used within 100m of a beach in the national park. | Prohibited: For visitors holding a picnic or an approved event in this park, please note that the following is also prohibited: Amplified or loud music, or public address systems. Balloons, water balloons, or paintball equipment. Decorations consisting of flowers, vines or other exotic plant materials. Throwing of rice, confetti, petals or similar decorative items. Candles or other open flames. Tents and marquees. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures or picnic shelter areas. Camp fires and solid fuel burners Open fires and any form of solid fuel are not allowed. Drones Flying a drone for recreational purposes is prohibited in this area. Drones may affect public enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy . This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) rules for flying near airports, aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. See CASA's Drone Flyer Rules . Commercial filming and photography Commercial filming or photography is prohibited without prior consent. You must apply for permission and contact the local office . Gathering firewood Pets Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information. Smoking NSW national parks are no smoking areas .

Wildlife signals

Wildlife signalpublic enjoyment, safety and privacy, interfere with park operations, or pose a threat to wildlife. See the Drones in Parks policy . This area may be a declared Drone Exclusion Zone, or may be subject to Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CAS75%

Setting and activities

BeachAvailable100%FishingAvailable100%SwimmingUnknown50%WalksUnknown50%PlayUnknown50%PetsNot allowed100%Cyclingunconfirmed75%

Trip planning FAQ

Where is Illawong Bay picnic area?

Illawong Bay picnic area is listed in Northern Beaches, Greater Sydney, NSW near Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

What facilities are available at Illawong Bay picnic area?

The available source data confirms BBQ, shelter, beach access, fishing.

Is Illawong Bay picnic area suitable for a picnic or short stop?

The available source data includes BBQ, picnic area listing. Check the official source before travelling for current access conditions.

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