Hare Point walking track
Jervis Bay National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Hare Point walking track.
Track grading
Features of this track
Distance
6km return
Time
2hrs 30min - 3hrs
Quality of markings
No directional signage
Experience required
Some bushwalking experience recommended
Gradient
Flat
Steps
No steps
Quality of path
Formed track, some obstacles
Getting there and parking
Get driving directions
Hare Point walking track is in the northern precinct of Jervis Bay National Park. To get there:
- Travel south through Nowra on Princes Highway
- Turn left off Princes Highway at Forest Road - follow the signs to Currarong.
- Continue in a generally easterly direction. Once you’re on Currarong Road, travel approximately 2.5km before taking the dirt road on your right.
- Follow this dirt road for approximately 2.3km to the picnic area and trackhead
Parking
Parking is available at Red Point picnic area, where the trackhead is located.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you Jervis Bay National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Spring
Take advantage of spring weather and head to Hyams Beach. You can pick up some fish and chips from the nearby Hyams Beach Café to enjoy on the white sands of this iconic south coast beach. If you're feeling energetic after lunch, walk the easy Hyams Beach trail.
Summer
Swim, surf, snorkel and dive your way through the summer school holidays in this beach paradise.
Winter
Humpback whales can be spotted migrating northwards in the winter months. Keep an eye out for southern right whales and dolphins too. They're often seen around the park's coastline.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
17°C and 24°C
Highest recorded
40.6°C
Winter temperature
Average
10°C and 17°C
Lowest recorded
-0.5°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
April, May and June
Driest month
September
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
316.7mm
Facilities
Drinking water
You will need to bring your own drinking and cooking water
Maps and downloads
Permitted
Fishing
A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters.
Prohibited
Camp fires and solid fuel burners
Fires are prohibited. Please use gas or fuel stoves.
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.
Operated by
- Nowra office
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
- 02 4428 6300
- npws.shoalhaven@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 104 Flatrock Road, Mundamia NSW 2540
Park info
- in Jervis Bay National Park in the South Coast region
Jervis Bay National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.