Knights Hill (New South Wales) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Knights Hill
Knights Hill Location in New South Wales
Highest point
Elevation	778 m (2,552 ft)
Prominence	188 m (617 ft)
Geography
Location	New South Wales, Australia
Parent range	Illawarra

Knights Hill is a cool hill that's part of the Illawarra Range in New South Wales, Australia. It stands tall at 778 meters (about 2,552 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!

The hill is located about 8 kilometers (5 miles) southwest of a town called Albion Park. Knights Hill isn't just one single bump. It's actually made up of several smaller hills that sit on a flat area. This flat area is right next to the edge of the Illawarra escarpment.

What Makes Knights Hill Special?

Knights Hill is one of the highest points along the entire Illawarra escarpment. The escarpment is like a long, steep cliff or slope that runs along the coast. From the top of Knights Hill, you can see amazing views of the surrounding area.

Views and Lights

You can easily spot Knights Hill from the coastal plain to the north. People as far away as Stanwell Park can see it. One of the television antennas on top of the hill has a special light. This light flashes constantly and can be seen from even further away, like the city of Wollongong.

What's on Top?

When you reach the top of the plateau on Knights Hill, you'll find a few interesting things. There are large TV antennas that help broadcast television signals to homes nearby. There's also a small farm located up there.

A Bit of History

The name "Knights Hill" first appeared on a map created by a surveyor named Robert Hoddle. A surveyor is someone who measures and maps out land. Robert Hoddle explored and mapped this region a long time ago, in the early 1800s.

Hoddles Track

Robert Hoddle was so important to the area that a walking track is named after him. This track is called the Hoddles Track. It's a reminder of his early work in mapping the beautiful Illawarra region.