Depot Beach Rainforest walk
Murramarang National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Depot Beach Rainforest walk.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
0.4km loop
Time
15 - 45min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Gentle hills
Steps
Occasional steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Depot Beach Rainforest walk is in the central precinct of Murramarang National Park. To get there:
- Turn off Princes Highway at East Lynne, via Mount Agony Road.
- After approximately 5km, turn right into North Durras Road.
- Turn left to Depot Beach Road
- Take the second road on the left to Depot Beach picnic area
Parking
Parking is available at Depot Beach picnic area.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Murramarang National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Spring is a great time to dust off your hiking boots and take to the park's tracks. Try the Pretty Beach to Durras Mountain walk for spectacular views of the coast and ranges.
Summer
There's no better time to head down the coast and catch some sunshine. With crystal clear waters for swimming and snorkelling, a beach camping trip is the ideal way to enjoy the Aussie summer.
Winter
Birdwatching opportunities abound at this time of year, see if you can catch the courting displays of lyrebirds in the park's rainforest areas.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
16°C and 25°C
Highest recorded
43.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
7°C and 16°C
Lowest recorded
0°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
275.3mm
Maps and downloads
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 Murramarang National Park in the South Coast region
Murramarang National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and credit cards accepted. Card only at Pretty Beach.
Buy annual pass