Fishing

Lake Illawarra is the real drawcard here — it’s one of those spots locals keep coming back to for a reason. Don’t expect swings or climbing frames; this one’s all about the water, the fishing, and letting kids experience something a bit more old-school. Chuck a line in, watch the birds, and let the lake do the entertaining. It’s genuinely one of the more peaceful reserve spots around the Illawarra if you’re after a slower kind of afternoon out.