Milson Island facts for kids

This map shows Milsons Passage and Milson Island on the Hawkesbury River. Milson Island is only reached by boat or ferry.

Milson Island is a cool island found in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It's been around for over 100 years! This island has had many different jobs. It was once a place for studying tiny germs, a spot to keep people separate to stop sickness, and even a hospital for soldiers from World War I. Later, it was a women's jail. Today, it's a super fun sports and recreation center.

It sits right in the middle of the Hawkesbury River. This means the only way to get there is by ferry! Milson Island is a popular spot for school camps. Families also visit for a nice, relaxed, and fun getaway.

Discover Milson Island's Exciting Activities

Milson Island is packed with awesome things to do! You can try a thrilling high ropes course or go rock climbing. If you love water, you can enjoy canoeing or kayaking. For those who like aiming for targets, there's archery. You can also explore the island with bushwalking or try the exciting sport of abseiling.

Where to Stay on Milson Island

The island offers comfy places to stay. The accommodation is rated 3-4 stars. There are seven special lodges, each named after an Australian animal or plant. These include Possum, Koala, Waratah, Kookaburra, Lorikeet, Platypus, and Cockatoo. You can also find five holiday units. The camp is big enough for two small schools or one large school at a time.

Milson Island's Past: A Look at Old Buildings

Milson Island has a long history. Some old buildings from its past are still there. For example, you can see the nurses' quarters from a former hospital. These old buildings are now quite worn down. However, some items from the past still remain inside.

The Sport and Recreation Centre uses some of the old buildings today. The refurbished sleeping quarters are now the dining room and kitchen. The rooms on Milson Island are different sizes. Some rooms are for school kids and can sleep up to five people. Other lodges are perfect for one to four people.

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  The Milson Island Pool

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  Milson Island high ropes challenge

See also

• Peat Island