Saddleback Mountain, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Saddleback Mountain, in The Council Of The Municipality Of Kiama local government area.
| Locality | Saddleback Mountain |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | The Council Of The Municipality Of Kiama |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.69876 |
| Longitude | 150.8031 |
| Population | 69 |
| Density | 10.6 /km² |
| Area | 6.5 km² |
| Elevation | 273 m |
| Postcode | 2533 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 100 km south-southwest |
Saddleback Mountain is a locality in The Council Of The Municipality Of Kiama local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 69. The locality covers an area of 6.5 km², giving a population density of about 10.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 273 m above sea level. It lies approximately 100 km south-southwest of Sydney. Saddleback Mountain is located at 34.6988°S, 150.8031°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2533. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Saddleback Mountain rises from the rolling green hills, its broad, rounded summit a familiar sentinel against the vast Australian sky. It lies 31.1 km south-south-west of Wollongong, NSW (from Wollongong, NSW: bearing 195°T), and is situated 13.2 km south of Albion Park. The slopes are a patchwork quilt of verdant pastures, dotted with the sturdy forms of dairy cattle, interspersed with pockets of native bushland that whisper with the rustle of unseen creatures. As the day wears on, the light softens, casting long, languid shadows that stretch and distort the contours of the land, imbuing the landscape with a gentle, earthy perfume of damp soil and eucalyptus. The air here carries a crispness, a subtle tang that hints at the proximity of the coast, a constant reminder of the broader geographical embrace of this place.
The history of Saddleback Mountain is deeply intertwined with the agricultural endeavours of its settlers, primarily dairy farming that has shaped the very character of its undulating terrain. For generations, the rich volcanic soil has sustained herds, their contented lowing a gentle soundtrack to the lives lived here. While dairy remains a cornerstone of the local economy, the allure of Saddleback Mountain has also drawn those seeking a quieter existence, fostering a growing appreciation for its natural beauty and contributing to a nascent tourism sector. Walking trails crisscross the mountain, inviting travellers to explore its diverse flora and fauna, and to witness firsthand the expansive, breathtaking vistas that unfold from its higher reaches, a testament to the enduring appeal of this verdant corner of New South Wales.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Saddleback Mountain, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Saddleback Mountain, in The Council Of The Municipality Of Kiama local government area.
Detailed location data for Saddleback Mountain includes the postcode (2533), telephone area code (02), and local government area (The Council Of The Municipality Of Kiama), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Saddleback Mountain is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |