Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about the Green Cape area.
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
To get to attractions in the Green Cape area of Beowa National Park from Merimbula (40mins):
- Travel on the Princes Highway past the town of Eden for around 16km.
- Turn left onto Edrom Road.
- Travel 4km along Edrom Road and then turn right onto Green Cape Road.
- Travel along Green Cape Road through Forestry for approximately 8km until you hit the park entrance.
- Or to get to the start of the Light to Light walk at Boyds Tower, travel along Edrom Road for 10km and turn right on Boyds Tower Road.
You can also fly into Merimbula Airport from Sydney and Melbourne.
Park entry points
- Bay Cliff carpark See on map
Parking Show more
- Bittangabee Bay See on map
- Bittangabee Bay Storehouse See on map
- Bittangabee campground See on map
- Boyds Tower See on map
- Boyds Tower walking track See on map
Road quality
2WD vehicles can access all areas in the Green Cape area but Green Cape Road can be very rough and bumpy. Please watch out for logging trucks that share this road.
Best times to visit
Autumn
Cook up freshly caught fish by the campfire at Saltwater Creek campground. Pulpit Rock and City Rock are popular land-based fishing spots for experienced fishers (you need a fishing licence).
Spring
Are you wild about whales? Plan your visit around the Eden Whale Festival in early November and combine it with a whale watching tour.
Summer
Wake up at sunrise for a morning swim at Bittangabee Bay or Saltwater Creek and spend your days paddling, swimming and surfing. Bring your surfboard if you’re camping at Saltwater Creek campground—it’s close to the beach.
Winter
Hike the multi-day Light to Light walk when it’s nice and cool and the banksias are in bloom. If you’re starting your hike from Green Cape Lightstation, rest your head and take a hot shower at Telegraph Station bunkhouse before continuing. You can also walk the Light to Light in shorter sections if you’re short on time.
Facilities
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- Bittangabee Bay
- Bittangabee campground
- Boyds Tower
- Boyds Tower walking track
- Green Cape Lightstation Keepers' Cottages
Picnic tables
Barbecue facilities
Drinking water
Showers
Maps and downloads
Fees and passes
$8 per vehicle per day in the Green Cape area of the park (south of Eden).
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All Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (including Kosciuszko NP)
$190 (1 year) / $335 (2 years)
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Multi Parks Pass -
For all parks in NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$65 (1 year) / $115 (2 years)
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Single Country Park Pass -
For entry to a single park in country NSW (except Kosciuszko).
$22 (1 year) / $40 (2 years)
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Country Parks Pass -
For all parks in Country NSW (except Kosciuszko)
$45 (1 year) / $75 (2 years)
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Permitted
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Camping
Cycling
You can only cycle or mountain bike on vehicle tracks. No cycling on walking tracks.
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Prohibited
Gathering firewood
Generators
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.
Contact
- in Beowa National Park in the South Coast region
The Green Cape area of Beowa National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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$8 per vehicle per day in the Green Cape area of the park (south of Eden).
Buy annual pass -
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Merimbula office
02 6495 5000
Contact hours: Monday to Friday and some weekends during peak holiday periods, 10am to 3pm. - 47 Merimbula Drive, cnr Sapphire Coast Drive, Merimbula NSW 2548
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Email: npws.sapphirecoast@environment.nsw.gov.au
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Merimbula office
Nearby towns
Eden (33 km)
Eden is a historic whaling town, ideal for a whale-watch tour. It's built around a promontory that juts into Twofold Bay.
Merimbula (60 km)
The main coastal towns of the Sapphire Coast include Bermagui, Tathra, Merimbula and Eden. This stunning coastline has sparkling beaches and bays, lakes and national parks, all accessible via excellent walking tracks and coastal drives. You'll find beaches just perfect for surfing, swimming and walks.