Square Head track 1
Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Square Head track 1.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
0.8km return
Time
15 - 30min
Quality of markings
Clearly sign posted
Experience required
No experience required
Gradient
Short steep hills
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Formed track
Getting there and parking
Square Head is in the eastern section of Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve. To get there:
- Take Cullendulla Drive east off the Princes Highway (signposted to Long Beach)
- Take the turn on to Blairs Road and turn off into the nature reserve carpark
- The walk starts right of the carpark and heads down the hill
Parking
Open plan parking is available.
Best times to visit
Spring
Migratory birds arrive from Russia, Asia, northeast China, and Europe for the warmer months, foraging on the sand flats where you can see them from Cullendulla Beach.
Summer
Break out the canoe or kayak and beat the summer heat with a refreshing paddle up Cullendulla Creek.
Winter
Make the short hike to Square Head to do the Mangrove walk, watching how the landscape changes in high and low tide.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
15.5°C and 23.5°C
Highest recorded
43.3°C
Winter temperature
Average
6.5°C and 17.2°C
Lowest recorded
0°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
August
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
275.3mm
Facilities
Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - hard
Wheelchair access is available, though you will need strong assistance to return to the car parking area.
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Recreational fishing is allowed in the bay. However, Cullendulla Creek is a sanctuary zone, so it’s a good idea to check the recreational fishing maps for permitted activities.
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
- Nowra office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
- 02 4428 6300
- npws.shoalhaven@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 104 Flatrock Road, Mundamia NSW 2540
Park info
- in Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve in the South Coast region
Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.