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Tabourie Lake

Meroo National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Tabourie Lake.

Getting there and parking

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    Tabourie Lake is in the northern part of Meroo National Park. To get there:

    • Travel south on Princes Highway from Ulladulla
    • Approximately 11km south of Ulladulla, just before the Lake Tabourie bridge, turn left towards Lake Tabourie Tourist Park.
    • Access to the lake is along the tourist park road

    Road quality

    • Sealed roads

    Vehicle access

    • 2WD vehicles

    Weather restrictions

    • All weather

    Parking

    Parking is available near the boat ramp.

    Best times to visit

    There are lots of great things waiting for you in Meroo National Park. Here are some of the highlights.

    Autumn

    Enjoy the serenity on the water while paddling a canoe or kayak in one of the park's coastal lakes.

    Spring

    Escape your busy city life and spend a night at one of the beachside camping areas.

    Summer

    Head to Termeil Beach or Pot Holes Beach for a day of swimming, surfing and beach fishing.

    Winter

    Rug up and take in spectacular coastal views from Nuggan Point walking track.

    Weather, temperature and rainfall

    Summer temperature

    Average

    9°C and 27°C

    Highest recorded

    39.8°C

    Winter temperature

    Average

    0°C and 13°C

    Lowest recorded

    -9°C

    Rainfall

    Wettest month

    March

    Driest month

    September

    The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day

    489.6mm

    Facilities

    Drinking water is not available in this area, so it’s a good idea to bring your own.

    Boat ramp

    Carpark

    Maps and downloads

    Safety messages

    Boating safety

    If you're out on your boat fishing, waterskiing or just cruising the waterways, read these paddling and boating safety tips.

    Fishing safety

    Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

    Mobile safety

    Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

    Paddling safety

    To make your paddling or kayaking adventure safer and more enjoyable, check out these paddling safety tips.

    River and lake safety

    The aquatic environment around rivers, lakes and lagoons can be unpredictable. If you're visiting these areas, take note of these river and lake safety tips.

    Accessibility

    Disability access level - medium

    Assistance may be required to access this area.

    Permitted

    Fishing

    Fishing from a boat, the beach or by the river is a popular activity for many national park visitors. If you’re planning a day out fishing, check out these fishing safety tips.

    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.

    Tabourie Lake

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    Park info

    • in Meroo National Park in the South Coast region

    • Meroo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.