Murramarang South Coast Walk

Yuin Country

Aerial view of Pretty Beach in Murramarang National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Views of the ocean and Dark Beach from the Murramarang South Coast Walk. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

2 campers setting up their tent at Pretty Beach campground. Credit: Melissa Findley © Melissa Findley

2 bushwalkers walking through forest on the Murramarang South Coast Walk. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Walkers admiring rock features from the viewing deck near Yellow Rock. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Aerial view of the viewing deck and views from Point Upright lookout. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Where forest meets the ocean

From 28 April, walk the spectacular coastline on Murramarang South Coast Walk, located between Ulladulla and Batemans Bay. Connect coastal villages and explore beautiful tall forests, secluded beaches, dramatic rock platforms and crystal blue water.

Choose your own adventure and explore the walk your way. Or book a multi-day experience package, with pre-booked stays at picturesque campgrounds or hard-roof accommodations and options for transfers and tours.

Murramarang South Coast Walk

Location: Between Ulladulla and Batemans Bay, south coast of New South Wales

Distance: 3 hours drive from Sydney, 1.5 hours drive from Canberra

Starts at: Pretty Beach

Ends at: Maloneys Beach

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Forests

One of the really special things in Murramarang is the forest of majestic spotted gums and burrawangs that grow right down to the beach. It’s one of the rare spots in Australia where this happens. You’ll easily recognise the spotted gums – they have a smooth, dimpled bark which is shed in summer to produce a mottled cream and grey ‘spotted’ appearance.

Connection to Country

Murramarang National Park has very high cultural significance for Aboriginal communities of the south coast who have a deep and continuing connection to the lands and waters. The park contains a diverse range of sites and values of cultural significance. The walk adjoins Murramarang Aboriginal Area which has one of the largest and most important Aboriginal sites on the NSW coast.

Aerial view of the coastline at sunset, Murramarang National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Wildlife locals

There's no shortage of native wildlife in Murramarang. Spot eastern grey kangaroos dozing and grazing near the beaches and picnic areas. Pebbly Beach in particular is known for its friendly kangaroos that graze on the grassy areas above the beach.

Grey kangaroos and a joey on the grass in Murramarang National Park. Credit: John Spencer © DPE

Secluded bays and coves

You'll start and end your walk at popular beaches but you'll discover many spectacular secluded bays and coves on the way. Stop for lunch with an enviable view and you may even spot a whale or two during their annual migration.

Aerial view of Snake Bay in Murramarang National Park. Credit: Melissa Findley © Melissa Findley

Bird watching

Twitchers are in for a treat. In the moist forests you might see lyrebirds fossicking in leaf litter. Look for the stately, strutting wonga pigeon with its pastel blue-grey back feathers and black-dotted stomach. If you don’t see it, you may well hear its repetitive, deep ‘whoop, whoop’ call that carries through the forest.

A king parrot perched on a tree branch in Murramarang National Park. Credit: David Finnegan © OEH

Find your next adventure

With so much to see and do, find your next adventure and explore Murramarang South Coast Walk your way.

3 days cabin self guided

From 30 April, walk the 3 days from Pretty Beach to Maloneys Beach while enjoying relaxing stays in cabins.

3 days 2 nights

34km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

Stay at Depot Beach and South Durras

From $929 for up to 4 people, including accommodation and transfer

Available 30 April to November

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3 days camping self guided

From 28 April walk the 3 days from Pretty Beach to Maloneys Beach and camp at coastal campgrounds along the way. Book this package or choose your own way to experience this magnificent coast.

3 days 3 nights

34km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended

Camp at Pretty Beach, Depot Beach and Oaky Beach

From $230 with transfer and welcome tour (weekends). From $55 per person midweek no transfer or tour.

Available 28 April to November

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Explore the walk your way

Are you visiting just for the day or do you want a shorter or longer stay? Choose your own adventure and try smaller sections of the Murramarang South Coast Walk on a half day or full day walk. If you'd like to stay overnight and wake up in the national park, book your campground, cabin or cottage.