Wallagoot Lake picnic area and boat ramp
Bournda National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Wallagoot Lake picnic area and boat ramp.
Getting there and parking
Wallagoot Lake is in the northern precinct of Bournda National Park. To get there:
- Travel along Sapphire Coast Drive from either Tathra, Bega or Merimbula.
- Take the Wallagoot Lake Road
- Travel 2.5km along sealed road till you reach the boat club and access to the lake
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Paid parking is available. Please note that it can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Bournda National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
Hike along Kangarutha walking track as the weather cools and spend a day exploring the scenic coastal views that this walk has to offer. Swim along the way at secluded beaches where you'll feel like you have the place to yourself.
Spring
Enjoy the colours of wildflowers and the take in the smells of spring as the park comes alive. Head to the lookout at North Tura, find a sunny spot and look out for whales passing in the distance.
Summer
Discover the water activities on offer. Paddling at Bournda Lagoon, sailing on Wallagoot Lake, or fishing, surfing and swimming at any one of the secluded beaches.
Facilities
- Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
- Firewood is not supplied and may not be collected from the park
- You’re encouraged to bring gas or fuel stoves, especially in summer during the fire season.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
There are picnic tables and a picnic shelter.
Step-free access
The picnic area is flat and step-free. You'll need to cross over flat grass mixed with sand to reach the lake and facilities.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Wallagoot Lake picnic area is flat and step-free, but there are no paths. You'll need to cross over flat grass mixed with sand to reach the lake's edge and facilities.
Although the toilets at the picnic area have a ramp leading up to them, the toilet cubicles themselves are not accessible or ambulant.
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
- Merimbula office
- Monday to Friday and some weekends during peak holiday periods, 10am to 3pm.
- 02 6495 5000
- npws.sapphirecoast@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 47 Merimbula Drive, cnr Sapphire Coast Drive, Merimbula NSW 2548
Park info
- in Bournda National Park in the South Coast region
Bournda National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to extreme weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. This park uses a self-registration fee collection system, please bring correct change.
Buy annual pass