Bournda National Park - Bournda Lagoon-Turingal Head-Games Bay-Hobart Beach

The Bournda National Park has a superb combination of beaches, creeks, lakes and lagoons with plenty to entice even the most adventurous explorer. Tracks within the park are well laid out and the signage makes exploring Bournda a pleasure for the whole family.

Prior to Tathra Wharf, Kianinny Bay was once used as a port for the Bega area for transporting local produce to the city markets. Today, Kianinny Bay is still in use for smaller crafts taking advantage of its protected position and large concrete wharf. The Bay Kianinny Bay is surrounded on all sides by tall rocky headlands which make this a perfect place to spend a few hours swimming, bush-walking, fishing, diving or relaxing in the sun. There is a small car park, a fish measuring station, cleaning tables, toilets, children’s playground, barbecues and picnic area. It is also a great place to begin your bush-walking adventure with the 9 kilometre Kangarutha Walking Track which starts from the picnic area. The walk twists and turns its way through the Bournda National Park taking you through some beautiful scenery with spectacular views (see Kangarutha Walking Track below).

Directions: Heading into Tathra turn right off the Bega Tathra Road and follow the signs to Kianinny Bay.

BOULDER BAY

If you followed the Kangarutha Walking Track (mentioned above in Kianinny Bay) one of the places you would pass through is Boulder Bay. This Bay is distinctive in the small boulders which are strewn across it. This shallow pebbly beach is secluded and quite beautiful in its peaceful isolation.

Directions: The track starts from the southern end of the Kianinny Bay picnic area and rises steeply before heading south through dense bushland and across several gullies before descending down into Boulder Bay.

This is a deep small bay which is protected on both sides by slabs of volcanic rock and makes a perfect place for not only scuba diving and exploring the marine life but also for bush-walking. Although isolated this is a uniquely beautiful spot. Games Bay can be accessed from White Rock and the Kangarutha Walking track can be picked up near the end of White Rock Road which comes off the Tathra Road about a kilometre out of Tathra.

HOBART BEACH CAMPSITE

This campsite is accessible in all weather. It has unsealed roads for 2wd vehicles; you are able to park a caravan, trailer, or a tent in this campsite.

Facilities include:
Campground: 65 Campsites
Toilets: Flush toilets available
Water: Drinking water is provided
Fire: Wood fired pit BBQ and wood are provided
Rubbish: Rubbish bins are provided
Showers: Hot showers provided
To book ring: 64955000

HOBART BEACH CAMPGROUND TO BONDI LAKE WALK

Hidden just behind the coastal dunes discover Bondi lake, a fresh water lake filled with waterbirds for the nature lover.

Distance: 2 km return
Time:   Around 20 mins
Level of fitness required:   Easy
How to get there:   From Merimbula head North towards Tura Beach on Sapphire Coast Drive, about 8Km from town

Bournda Lagoon Walk (Bournda Nat. Park)

Situated in Bournda National Park, this walk will take you along the edge of Bournda Lagoon to Bournda Island, it then heads inland along Sandy Creek. Along the way, expect to see varieties of birds and even dolphins which are often seen off the coast of both Bournda and North Tura beaches. You will experience breathtaking coastal habitats along the way and pass through pockets of rainforests. The lagoon itself is a half salt/half fresh water haven which periodically opens up to the ocean. You will see activities such as canoeing, fishing, swimming and people generally exploring this exquisitely tranquil spot. Let your senses absorb the sounds and smells of this relaxing scenic walk.

Walk Begins: from Bournda Lagoon Car Park
Distance: 6km loop
Time: approximately 2 hours
Level of fitness required: High

Kangarutha Track (Bournda Nat. Park)

Travelling through Bournda National Park this walk will take you along the coast from Kianinny Bay to North Tura Beach. Take in the many ocean views as you make your way through multiple terrains of bush as well as both sand and pebble beaches. Don’t forget to check out the variety of coastal vegetation and stunning coastal views on your way. From Kianinny Bay, this bush walk is uphill from the beginning. When you arrive at the minor dirt road which is just after White Rock, make sure you cross over and follow the correct guide which is slightly up to your right, you will see the green wooden peg guiding you. When I did this walk part guide had been broken off. If it is warm weather, take your bathers and plenty of water as it is quite a taxing walk at times. Bournda Lagoon offers a great chance to relax and take a break. After the Lagoon the walk takes to the beach and you will see Bournda Island over to your left. Before you reach the Island you can rejoin the bush track, you will see the steps further along the beach up to your right.

Walk Begins: from Bournda National Park, Kianinny Bay, Tathra or Turingal Head
Distance: 9km one way
Allow: Approx. 5 hours
Level of fitness required: Medium to High

TURINGAL HEAD TO GAMES BAY (Bournda Nat. Park)

Secluded in a once old dairy farm area, enjoy the coastal views along the way from an especially scenic part of Kangarutha Track heading along to Games Bay.

Distance: 5kms return
Time: 2.20 mins
Level of fitness required: Medium
How to get there: From Merimbula head North towards Tura Beach on Sapphire Coast Drive