description Little Blowhole Overview
Little Blowhole is a coastal blowhole in Kiama, New South Wales, south of the town's larger and more widely known Kiama Blowhole. Ocean waves enter a sea cave beneath the rocky headland and force water and spray upward through an opening, with the display varying according to swell and wind direction. The site is a public coastal attraction for visitors interested in Kiama's volcanic shoreline and wave-eroded landforms.
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What conditions are best for Kiama's Little Blowhole?
The Little Blowhole generally performs best when the sea and swell arrive from the northeast. Its narrow opening can make it more consistent than the main Kiama Blowhole, which favors southeastern conditions.
How far is the Little Blowhole from the main Kiama Blowhole?
It is roughly 2 kilometres south of central Kiama and the larger blowhole near the lighthouse. The Little Blowhole is located off Tingira Crescent and can also be incorporated into the Kiama Coast Walk.
Why can the Little Blowhole work when the main Kiama Blowhole does not?
The two formations face different swell directions and have differently shaped sea channels. The Little Blowhole responds especially well to northeastern seas, while the larger Kiama Blowhole is strongest with a southeastern swell.
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