Stokes Island picnic area
Meroo National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Stokes Island picnic area.
Getting there and parking
Stokes Island picnic area is in the Termeil Point precinct in the southern part of Meroo National Park. To get there:
- Travel south on the Princes Highway from Ulladulla
- Approximately 14km south of Ulladulla turn left into Blackbutt Road
- Continue for approximately 2km to the fork in the road
- Turn left and follow for approximately 200m, then veer to the left to the Stokes Island carpark, opposite the toilets.
- Follow the walking track 150m to the picnic area
Road quality
Check the weather before you set out as the road to Stokes Island picnic area can become boggy when it rains.
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- All roads require 4WD vehicle
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at the carpark; a short walk from Stokes Island picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Meroo National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Enjoy the serenity on the water while paddling a canoe or kayak in one of the park's coastal lakes.
Spring
Escape your busy city life and spend a night at one of the beachside camping areas.
Summer
Head to Termeil Beach or Pot Holes Beach for a day of swimming, surfing and beach fishing.
Winter
Rug up and take in spectacular coastal views from Nuggan Point walking track.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
9°C and 27°C
Highest recorded
39.8°C
Winter temperature
Average
0°C and 13°C
Lowest recorded
-9°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
489.6mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Toilets
- Flush toilets
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Ulladulla office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
- 02 4454 9500
- npws.shoalhaven@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Lot 9 Blackburn Industrial Estate, 6 Coller Road Ulladulla NSW 2539
Park info
- in Meroo National Park in the South Coast region
Meroo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.