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Meroo Head lookout walking track

Meroo National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Meroo Head lookout walking track.

Track grading

Grade 2

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Features of this track

Distance

0.8km return

Time

15 - 30min

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

No experience required

Gradient

Flat

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track

Getting there and parking

Meroo Head lookout walking track is in the Meroo Head precinct in the southern part of Meroo National Park. To get there:

  • Travel south on Princes Highway from Ulladulla
  • Approximately 20km south of Ulladulla turn left into Meroo Point Road
  • Continue for approximately 3km until you arrive at the Meroo Headcarpark at the end of the road
  • Follow the signs to the lookout

Road quality

Check the weather before you set out as the road to Meroo Head lookout walking track can become boggy when it rains.

Parking

Parking is available at Meroo Head carpark a short walk from Meroo Head lookout.

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

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Safety messages

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.

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).

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.

Meroo Head lookout walking track

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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.