Depot Beach and lawn
Murramarang National Park
Overview
Idyllic Depot Beach and lawn, in the heart of Murramarang National Park, makes an awe-inspiring backdrop for any wedding. With stunning views this place of outstanding natural beauty will make your big day an unforgettable experience for all.
- Venue is suitable for
- Picnics and wedding ceremonies
- Capacity
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Maximum people: 50
Limited parking spaces available. Beach access is via stairs. - Facilities
- Picnic tables, carpark, toilets
- Fees
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Venue hire fee is $265 per ceremony.
- Entry fees
- Park entry fees apply
- Availability
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Available for hire 7 days a week, except school and public holidays. The best time to book is from September to May.
Venue not available for exclusive hire - Bookings
- Bookings essential. To make a booking or for more information contact Nowra office.
For a beautiful South Coast wedding location, look no further than Depot Beach and lawn, just 30 mins drive from Batemans Bay. Boasting pristine white sand and surrounded by a towering forest of spotted gums, Depot Beach is your own piece of paradise. Hold your ceremony on the lawn to the sound of surf, rustling leaves and birdsong.
Parrots and honeyeaters are among the birdlife that frequents this beautiful spot. You may even receive a friendly visit from eastern grey kangaroos that call this place home.
Between enjoying your ceremony and cocktails, guests can let loose in sparkling blue ocean waters to swim, snorkel or even catch a wave at this popular surf spot. Nearby Depot Beach rainforest walk is the perfect place to stretch your legs and enjoy a moment of tranquility in lush littoral rainforest.
To really get away from it all at this special time, why not try local park accommodation? Depot Beach cabins and campground are just a stone’s throw away. Plenty more delightful options are a little further afield at Pretty Beach cabins, Pebbly Beach shacks and Yellow Rock beach house.
Also see
Local alerts
For the latest updates on fires, closures and other alerts in this area, see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/venues/depot-beach-and-lawn/local-alerts
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
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.
Venue info
All the practical information you need to know about Depot Beach and lawn.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Depot Beach and lawn is in the central area of Murramarang National Park. To get there:
- Turn off Princes Highway at East Lynne onto Mount Agony Road
- After around 5km turn right onto North Durras Road
- Drive 3km then turn left to Depot Beach Road
- Take the first road on the left to reach Depot Beach carpark.
Road quality
The last 200m of road is unsealed.
- Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available at Depot Beach picnic area. It can be a busy place on weekends, so parking might be limited.
Facilities
- There are no rubbish bins – all rubbish must be taken with you when you leave. Please leave the area clean and tidy. If significant cleaning is required there may be a fee.
- There are no barbecue facilities at this venue. Portable gas barbecues with drip trays may be used on application.
Toilets
- Non-flush toilets
Picnic tables
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
Park entry fees: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay and display machines that accept cash and credit cards.
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
- Depot Beach picnic area has grassy and uneven surfaces. Assistance may be required to get around in some areas.
- Depot Beach and lawn is not wheelchair-accessible and beach access is via stairs.
Medium access presents some minor difficulties, such as a grassy surface. You may require a little assistance to get around in some areas.
Permitted
Food and drink
- Commercial cocktail-style catering is limited to plates or platters of cold food such as sandwiches, antipasto, canapes, salads and cakes.
- Small plates are permitted.
- Barbecues – portable gas barbecues with drip trays may be used.
- You may bring the following amounts of alcohol for consumption by guests:
- 1 bottle of wine or champagne for every 4 guests
- 1 case (24) cans or bottles of beer or premixed drinks (375ml maximum) for every 20 guests.
Structures, staging, furniture and amusements
- 1 small table for signing wedding certifcate
- Up to 20 chairs with rail style legs
Commercial filming and photography
- 1 photographer and 1 photographer's assistant
- 1 videographer and 1 videographer's assistant
- Commercial photography and video, including drone use, may be permitted on applications. You’ll need to obtain a small-scale photographer and wedding filming licence.
Power and amplified sounds
- 1 single speaker portable PA system or music player with an amplifier no greater than 50 watts.
- Volume must be kept at a level that does not interfere with neighbours or the public.
Prohibited
Balloons, plant materials and animals are not permitted, including:
- Decorations consisting of flowers or plant materials
- Throwing of rice or petals is not permitted
- Horse-drawn carriages
Tents, marquees and banners are not permitted. Please do not put up signage or cordon off structures or areas at Depot Beach and lawn.
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Generators
Horses
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.