Mount Keira, Administrative division in Wollongong, Australia.
Mount Keira is an administrative area in Wollongong, located roughly four kilometers northwest of the city center within the Illawarra escarpment region. The area is characterized by forest vegetation and provides views over the surrounding landscape.
Early maps referred to the area as Keera before the spelling was changed to include an 'i'. The Dharawal Aboriginal people knew the mountain as Djera, a name connected to the wild turkeys that lived there.
The mountain held deep meaning for the Dharawal Aboriginal people, who lived in connection with this land for thousands of years. Their relationship with the area continues to shape how people understand and experience this place today.
The lookout point operates during daylight hours and includes amenities like a kiosk, barbecue areas, and restrooms for visitors. Several walking trails allow you to explore the area at your own pace depending on your time and fitness level.
The Mount Keira Ring Track winds through different forest types and starts and ends at a designated picnic area. This loop walk gives you a variety of woodland environments in a single outing.
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