Light to Light Walk
Yuin Country
The 32km Light to Light Walk is an unforgettable coastal hike. It traces the rocky coastline from the historic Boyds Tower to Green Cape Lighthouse in Beowa National Park, near Eden. This dramatic sea-carved landscape is a striking display of red rock platforms that contrast against the sapphire blue ocean.
Over 3 days you’ll wind through an ever-changing landscape of rugged cliff tops, eucalypt forest and coastal heathland. Discover the southernmost lighthouse in NSW and some of the best whale watching in Australia.
Location: Beowa National Park on the Far South Coast of NSW
Gateway towns: Merimbula and Eden
Regional airport: Merimbula
Driving distance: 6.5 hours from Melbourne and Sydney
Walk distance: 32km
Starts at: Boyds Tower
Ends at: Green Cape Lighthouse
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Keep a keen eye out for the eastern ground parrot or the southern brown bandicoot, threatened species which both call Beowa National Park home. The grass-green colouring of the eastern ground parrot helps them blend into their dense habitat. Listen for their distinctive bird call at dawn or dusk.
On your journey you may encounter other wildlife locals like kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and echidnas. Be ready to take a snap but keep your distance.
The coast around Eden is one of the best whale watching spots in Australia. The rugged headlands and sheltered bays along the Light to Light Walk give you a front row seat for whale watching from the land.
Humpback whales often cruise close to shore in this part of NSW and Beowa National Park has plenty of oceanfront vantage points. From the lookout at Boyds Tower, watch them frolic and feed in the deep, protected waters of Twofold Bay. At the southern end, get the best views at Green Cape lookout.
September to early December is the best time to spot southern right and humpback whales on their southern migration to Antarctica. You’ll likely see seals and seabirds all year round.
Aboriginal people have a long connection with Beowa National Park, which plays an important role in the lives of local Dyirringan, Thaua and Bidwell People.
The word 'Beowa' means ‘orca’ or ‘killer whale’ in Thaua language. The name celebrates the important connection between the park’s coastline and the spiritual lives of its first inhabitants, as well as their beliefs and cultural practices associated with the ocean – in particular orcas.
The Disaster Bay to Green Cape area is particularly significant for its large number of Aboriginal sites.
The Devonian red rock is an iconic geological feature of the Beowa National Park coastline.
The red rock is caused by oxidation (rusting) of iron minerals in river sediment that was deposited around 360 million years ago. This is evidence of the global increase in atmospheric oxygen, as plants began to take hold across the planet.
This region was an evolutionary ‘Garden of Eden’. Important fossil sites in the park have produced remains of Devonian fish, like the giant lobe-fin, arthropods, and plants. They are evidence of the first complex vegetation systems and first animals on land.
The peaceful bays and coves of Beowa National Park delight with sapphire blue waters rich with marine life. Stop for a rest and a refreshing dip at Mowarry Beach and Bittangabee Bay – their sheltered headlands provide calmer waters than other beaches along the route. There are no lifeguards here. Before you enter the water, always check for rip currents, rocks and changing water depth.
You'll be walking directly along the coast with spectacular ocean views. The new clifftop section between Pulpit Rock and Green Cape brings you closer to the ocean on day 3. Take in the breathtaking views and pounding waves from Pulpit Rock – a striking cliff that juts out above red rock platforms.
This multi-day walk connects the coastline between Boyds Tower and Green Cape Lighthouse. These are places of important maritime heritage – Green Cape Lighthouse was built to provide 'light' and direction to maritime vessels navigating the east coastline or entering into Twofold Bay and Disaster Bay.
Follow the trail that was traditionally travelled by lighthouse keepers and end your walk at the southernmost lighthouse in NSW.
Keep a keen eye out for the eastern ground parrot or the southern brown bandicoot, threatened species which both call Beowa National Park home. The grass-green colouring of the eastern ground parrot helps them blend into their dense habitat. Listen for their distinctive bird call at dawn or dusk.
On your journey you may encounter other wildlife locals like kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and echidnas. Be ready to take a snap but keep your distance.
The coast around Eden is one of the best whale watching spots in Australia. The rugged headlands and sheltered bays along the Light to Light Walk give you a front row seat for whale watching from the land.
Humpback whales often cruise close to shore in this part of NSW and Beowa National Park has plenty of oceanfront vantage points. From the lookout at Boyds Tower, watch them frolic and feed in the deep, protected waters of Twofold Bay. At the southern end, get the best views at Green Cape lookout.
September to early December is the best time to spot southern right and humpback whales on their southern migration to Antarctica. You’ll likely see seals and seabirds all year round.
Walk 32km over 3 days along this beautiful, windswept coastline. Wake up to the waves at beachside campgrounds and enjoy optional transfers from Merimbula or Eden.
3 days 2 nights
32km, Grade 4 - Bushwalking experience recommended
Camp on hardwood platforms at Mowarry Point and Hegartys Bay. Platform size is 5.4x3.6m
From $115 for 2 nights camping. Pricing is per campsite which can fit 1 to 2 hiker's tents. Excludes transfers. Book a single or return transfer with Navigate Expeditions
Explore the beautiful Sapphire Coast on a guided, all-inclusive 4-day hike with Life’s an Adventure. Experience coastal woodlands and sweeping beaches, enjoy local food and drink and stay at a boutique hotel.
Enjoy Beowa National Park from the land and water on this unique 4-day guided tour with Navigate Expeditions. You’ll explore the Light to Light Walk, paddle the Pambula River and learn from expert cultural guides. After a day of exploring, we'll unwind in beachfront villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Experience the Sapphire Coast’s beauty on a guided 4-day hike with Park Trek Walking Holidays Australia. You’ll journey 40km over 4 days and experience coastal woodlands, rocky outcrops and secluded beaches. Stay in villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Journey through pristine coastal landscapes in Beowa National Park on this 3-day guided walk with Sapphire Coast Guiding Co. Traverse the exciting Light to Light Walk by day and camp under the stars by night.
Explore the beautiful Sapphire Coast on a guided, all-inclusive 4-day hike with Life’s an Adventure. Experience coastal woodlands and sweeping beaches, enjoy local food and drink and stay at a boutique hotel.
Enjoy Beowa National Park from the land and water on this unique 4-day guided tour with Navigate Expeditions. You’ll explore the Light to Light Walk, paddle the Pambula River and learn from expert cultural guides. After a day of exploring, we'll unwind in beachfront villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Experience the Sapphire Coast’s beauty on a guided 4-day hike with Park Trek Walking Holidays Australia. You’ll journey 40km over 4 days and experience coastal woodlands, rocky outcrops and secluded beaches. Stay in villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Journey through pristine coastal landscapes in Beowa National Park on this 3-day guided walk with Sapphire Coast Guiding Co. Traverse the exciting Light to Light Walk by day and camp under the stars by night.
Explore the beautiful Sapphire Coast on a guided, all-inclusive 4-day hike with Life’s an Adventure. Experience coastal woodlands and sweeping beaches, enjoy local food and drink and stay at a boutique hotel.
Enjoy Beowa National Park from the land and water on this unique 4-day guided tour with Navigate Expeditions. You’ll explore the Light to Light Walk, paddle the Pambula River and learn from expert cultural guides. After a day of exploring, we'll unwind in beachfront villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Experience the Sapphire Coast’s beauty on a guided 4-day hike with Park Trek Walking Holidays Australia. You’ll journey 40km over 4 days and experience coastal woodlands, rocky outcrops and secluded beaches. Stay in villas at The Seahorse Inn.
Journey through pristine coastal landscapes in Beowa National Park on this 3-day guided walk with Sapphire Coast Guiding Co. Traverse the exciting Light to Light Walk by day and camp under the stars by night.
You'll pass through lovely sections of coastal forest, heath and rock platforms.
Distance 9km one-way
Time 3 to 4 hrs
Grade Grade 3
Stay at Saltwater Creek campground or Bittangabee campground
This walk links a pristine rocky beach with a historic lighthouse - a route that has been travelled by lightkeepers over many years.
Distance 7km one-way
Time 2 to 3hrs
Grade Grade 4
Stay at Bittangabee campground
Located 1 hour from Eden, Green Cape walking track feels remote and wild. You'll cross exposed rock platforms, wind through melaleuca forest and loop back to the carpark.
Distance 7km loop
Time 2 to 3hrs
Grade Grade 4
Follow this easy walking track and wheelchair-accessible boardwalk around the imposing Boyds Tower, to lookouts with beautiful views over Twofold Bay.
Distance 0.8km return
Time 15 to 45 min
Grade Grade 1
This invigorating walk undulates past spectacular coastal forest and the red boulders of Reds Sands Bay and Leather Jacket Bay.
Distance 13.2km one-way
Time 4hrs 30min - 5hrs 30min
Grade Grade 4
Stay at Saltwater Creek campground
You'll pass through lovely sections of coastal forest, heath and rock platforms.
Distance 9km one-way
Time 3 to 4 hrs
Grade Grade 3
Stay at Saltwater Creek campground or Bittangabee campground
This walk links a pristine rocky beach with a historic lighthouse - a route that has been travelled by lightkeepers over many years.
Distance 7km one-way
Time 2 to 3hrs
Grade Grade 4
Stay at Bittangabee campground
Located 1 hour from Eden, Green Cape walking track feels remote and wild. You'll cross exposed rock platforms, wind through melaleuca forest and loop back to the carpark.
Distance 7km loop
Time 2 to 3hrs
Grade Grade 4
Follow this easy walking track and wheelchair-accessible boardwalk around the imposing Boyds Tower, to lookouts with beautiful views over Twofold Bay.
Distance 0.8km return
Time 15 to 45 min
Grade Grade 1
This invigorating walk undulates past spectacular coastal forest and the red boulders of Reds Sands Bay and Leather Jacket Bay.
Distance 13.2km one-way
Time 4hrs 30min - 5hrs 30min
Grade Grade 4
Stay at Saltwater Creek campground
You'll pass through lovely sections of coastal forest, heath and rock platforms.
Distance 9km one-way
Time 3 to 4 hrs
Grade Grade 3
Stay at Saltwater Creek campground or Bittangabee campground
