Kamay Botany Bay National Park

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Boardwalk to Bare Island Fort, La Perouse, Kamay Botany Bay National Park. Photo: E Sheargold/OEH.
Aerial photo of the whale watching platform at Cape Solander with views back to Botany Bay and
Views of Little Congwong Beach from Henry Head walking track. Photo: Natasha Webb © OEH
Two women walking towards whale information posters at Cape Solander lookout with ocean views.
People walking and pushing their pram along the Jennifer Street boardwalk, La Perouse area, Kamay
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Kamay Botany Bay National Park

5 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 10:05 am

Official alerts
  • Closed areas

    Bare Island closed

    Bare Island will be closed from 24 August 2026 and is expected to remain closed until late 2027 while major repairs are undertaken on the timber bridge.

    During construction, the precinct, including the access road, bridge, rock shelf and Bare Island Fort, will be closed to visitors. Fencing will be in place and construction crews will be working on-site. Please follow all on-site signage and directions.

    We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while these important works are completed to ensure safe access to Bare Island into the future.

    To learn more about the project, visit the Bare Island bridge repairs webpage, email the project team or call the local area office on 02 9337 5511.

About

Filled with significant sites, coastal landscapes and heritage-listed attractions, Kamay Botany Bay National Park is an easy day out in Sydney's south. Separated by the marine-rich waters of historic Botany Bay, the park's northern and southern headlands feature a unique combination of natural and cultural heritage.

Explore the southern area around Kurnell where in 1770, local Aboriginal people encountered the crew of the Endeavour. The northern area at La Perouse is just as fascinating, where French explorer Comte de Laperouse was last sighted in 1788.

This park is also blessed with several sheltered coves and beaches, if you like swimming in salt water without fighting the surf. Its diverse waters offer plenty of beautiful snorkelling and scuba diving spots suitable for all levels of experience. You'll find rocky reefs at the entrance of Botany Bay, and underwater sea grass meadows inside the bay itself.

The park at a glance

Kamay Botany Bay National Park is located at La Perouse and Kurnell in Sydney. Discover its rich Aboriginal culture, explore Captain Cooks landing place, spot native plants on a bushwalk or look for whales at Cape Solander.

Filled with significant sites, coastal landscapes and heritage-listed attractions, Kamay Botany Bay National Park is an easy day out in Sydney's south. Separated by the marine-rich waters of historic Botany Bay, the park’s northern and southern headlands feature a unique combination of natural and cultural heritage.

Explore the southern area around Kurnell where in 1770, local Aboriginal people encountered the crew of the Endeavour. The northern area at La Perouse is just as fascinating, where French explorer Comte de Laperouse was last sighted in 1788.

This park is also blessed with several sheltered coves and beaches, if you like swimming in salt water without fighting the surf. Its diverse waters offer plenty of beautiful snorkelling and scuba diving spots suitable for all levels of experience. You'll find rocky reefs at the entrance of Botany Bay, and underwater sea grass meadows inside the bay itself.

Walks
8
Historic places
5
Lookouts
2
Picnic areas
2

Plan your visit

Access, facilities and practical details.

Explore Kamay Botany Bay National Park

See what each part of the park offers.

2 areas
  • Kurnell area
    • $8 per vehicle per day applies in the Kurnell area only
    • 4 walks · 2 historic places · 2 lookouts · 2 picnic areas · 1 visitor centre

Places to discover

Stay, explore and relax across the park.

12 places

Historic places (5)

Walks in this park

8 walks
  • Jennifer Street boardwalk

    Grade 1 · Easy · 0.7km return · 15 - 30min

Plants and animals

5 species

Animals

  • White-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster)

Plants

  • Blueberry ash (Elaeocarpus reticulatus)
  • Flannel flower (Actinotus helianthi)
  • Old man banksia (Banksia serrata)

Protected species listed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Frequently asked questions

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Before you go

Park entry

Fees La Perouse area: No fees. Kurnell area: $8 (except for the Potter Point section). You can also pay for your visit via the Park’nPay app. Other fees You'll need to pay to tour Bare Island. .

Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

Visit website

Randwick City Council

02 9093 6190lpm@randwick.nsw.gov.au

The Old Cable Station, 1542 Anzac Parade, La Perouse NSW 2036

Where you'll be

Kurnell NSW 2231

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