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Murramarang South Coast Walk

Murramarang National Park

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All the practical information you need to know about Murramarang South Coast Walk.

Track grading

Grade 4

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Features of this track

Distance

34km one-way

Time

3 days

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

Experienced bushwalkers

Gradient

Gentle hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Rough track, many obstacles

Getting there and parking

The Murramarang South Coast Walk spans the entire coastline of Murramarang National Park.

From Sydney:

  • Enter the park off the Princes Highway at Termeil.
  • Take the Bawley Point/Kioloa turn off.
  • Drive past Kioloa and follow the signs to Pretty Beach.

From Batemans Bay:

  • Enter the park off the Princes Highway.
  • Take the Long Beach/Maloneys Beach turn off.
  • Follow signs to Maloneys Beach.

This walk can be accessed at multiple points along the coast including Pebbly Beach, Depot Beach, South Durras, Oaky Beach, North Head and Yellow Rock.

Road quality

  • Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

  • Most roads suitable for 2WD vehicles

Parking

Parking is available at Pretty Beach, Pebbly Beach, Depot Beach, South Durras and Maloneys Beach.

Public transport

Taxis are available from Ulladulla or Batemans Bay. There’s a public bus from Ulladulla to Kioloa near Pretty Beach.

Taxis and ride share are available from Maloneys Beach. There's a public bus from Maloneys Beach to Batemans Bay.

Facilities

There are facilities at many points along this walk.

Amenities

Hot showers and full amenities are located at Pretty Beach and Depot Beach.

Toilets

  • Flush toilets
  • Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Cafe/kiosk

At South Durras.

Carpark

Drinking water

Water is available at multiple campgrounds and picnic areas along this walk. It's tank water so you'll need to boil it before drinking.

Public phone

There's a public phone near Depot Beach.

Showers

  • Cold showers
  • Hot showers

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Durras Lake can flow into the ocean at times of high rainfall and then closes naturally by large seas. When the lake flows to the ocean, the safest way to cross is by pre-booking a kayak transfer with Bay and Beyond Sea Kayak Tours.

Some walkers choose to cross Durras Lake on foot. If crossing on foot, we recommend doing this away from the ocean front. Pick a shallow area (typically this is the widest part of the channel). Make sure you loosen your pack and undo the waist and chest straps. Use walking sticks if you have them to help with crossing. If crossing with a group, cross together interlocking arms. The water may be above your waist and the sandy bottom is soft and uneven. You need to be able to swim.

Beaches within Murramarang National Park are not patrolled. Most beaches have dangerous rips.

It’s best to start the walk leading into low tide. Before you leave, check the Bureau of Meterology website for detailed information on tides.

Pretty Beach: At high tide the rock shelf can be slippery and exposed to waves. You can take an alternate route via Mt Durras Track near the start of the walk. This will add 1 hour.

Pebbly Beach: A protruding rock a short distance south of Pebbly Beach may affect your ability to pass at mid to high tide. You can take an alternate route via the access road coming into Pebbly Beach campground (Mount Agony Road). Turn left at Parkview Road Fire Trail, left at North Durras Road and left at Depot Beach Road. This will add 1 hour.

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled and can have strong rip currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Camping safety

Whether you're pitching your tent on the coast or up on the mountains, there are many things to consider when camping in NSW national parks. Find out how to stay safe when camping.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Permitted

Camp fires and solid fuel burners

Camping

Prohibited

Gathering firewood

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.

Murramarang South Coast Walk

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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.

  • 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

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