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Moruya Heads lookout

Eurobodalla National Park

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Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Moruya Heads lookout.

Getting there and parking

Moruya Head lookout is in the South Head part of Eurobodalla National Park. To get there:

  • Head east off the Princes Highway on Moruya South Head Road
  • Follow this road for approximately 6km before turning left onto Charles Moffitt Drive
  • After 600m, turn left onto Coronation Drive.
  • Turn right at the T-junction onto Elizabeth Street and follow the road around to the right until you see the cemetery

Road quality

  • Sealed roads

Vehicle access

  • 2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

  • All weather

Parking

  • Parking is available in 2 small bitumen carparks at Moruya Heads lookout.
  • It can be a busy place on the weekend, so parking might be limited.

Best times to visit

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

Autumn

Head out for a spot of fishing – either from the beach or lakeside, on a boat or from a kayak.

Spring

A lovely time of year to walk all or a short part the Bingi Dreaming track – coastal banksias and a range of other wildflowers will be on display.

Summer

The perfect time of year for a family camping holiday by the beach – try Congo campground near Moruya or Beachcomber Holiday Park near Bodalla.

Winter

Head to Mystery Bay for a picnic and spot of whale watching. be sure to take your binoculars for a close up view.

Weather, temperature and rainfall

Summer temperature

Average

18°C and 23°C

Winter temperature

Average

6°C and 17°C

Rainfall

Wettest month

March

Driest month

July

Facilities

The nearest toilets are located at Shelly Beach.

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

  • Gas/electric barbecues (free)

Boat ramp

Cafe/kiosk

Carpark

Drinking water

Step-free access

The lookout is flat and step-free with a paved pathway that leads around the edge of the lookout platform.

You'll need to cross over flat grass to get to the nearby picnic table.

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

Beach safety

Beaches in this park are not patrolled, and can sometimes have strong rips and currents. These beach safety tips will help you and your family stay safe in the water.

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).

Accessibility

Disability access level - medium

Moruya Heads lookout is flat and step-free, with a paved path that leads around the edge of the lookout platform.

To get to the single picnic table at the lookout, you'll need to cross over flat grass.

Permitted

Fishing

A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.

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.

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