Things to Do
Around Murramarang
The perfect location for a coastal adventure
Pigeon House Mountain
Pebbly Beach >
Durras Lake Walk
Your next adventure starts here!
• Emily Miller Beach
(Headland Walk)
• North Head Beach
The BIG Tree
• The BIG Tree
• Mogo Zoo & Mogo Village
• Surfing, Diving, Kayaking
• Rock, River and Sea Fishing
• Pigeon House Mountain
• Mountain Bike Trails
• Durras Lake Walk
Emily Miller Beach
(Headland Walk)
• Pebbly Beach
Ask our friendly staff for
more info about our local adventures...
Emily Miller Beach (Headland Walk)...
North Head Beach...
From the resort, you can walk to Emily Miller Beach carpark along Old Coast Road. It
should take you around 20 minutes (all walk timeframes are estimates and will vary
depending on your ability). Then you can continue the walk down onto Emily Miller
Beach and head back (left) to the northern end to climb the track. Follow the tracks and
signs around the headland. You will explore many different inlets, rocky outcrops and
secluded bays. The walk is not signed or formed the entire way so be sure to notice and
remember landmarks.
North Head Beach lies at the end of a scenic 1.5 hour walk or 20 minute drive from the resort. It
is a spectacular secluded beach that is sheltered from the north-east winds that are common
at the resort. The beach is isolated, so take care in the water at all times.
It is a stunning walk. Depending on the time of year, you will see kangaroos, birdlife,
dolphins, whales and seals. You get a great view of Wasp Island and can easily check
out the best surfing spots. This walk in total will take up to two hours.
For directions and more information please refer to our ‘Walking Trails’ brochure.
The beach is accessible by foot, bike or vehicle. Head south on Old Coast Road towards
Richmond Beach and continue south. You will pass many beach turn offs on your way. You will
find the beach and lookout at the end of this track.
For directions and more information please refer to our ‘Walking Trails’ information
brochure.
Emily Miller Beach
Explore this beautiful destination
The BIG Tree...
Mogo Zoo...
Rumoured to be the second largest tree in the state, we fondly refer to it as ‘the
BIG Tree’. It will take half an hour to walk to the tree along Old Coast Road and
the old ‘Richmond Beach’ track. The BIG Tree is a Spotted Gum with the scientific
name of Corymbia maculata. It is approximately 5 metres in diameter, 15 metres in
circumference and over 70 metres high.
Mogo Zoo is a privately owned zoo approximately 25 minutes
drive from the resort. They were recently named the best zoo
in Australia on TripAdvisor and with good reason! They are
committed to the survival of endangered animals and house
over 45 rare and exotic animals, including the white lions of
Timbavati. They also boast the largest collection of primates in
any private Australian zoo.
Simply put these coordinates into your GPS:
-35.6831714°, 150.2872220°
Walk along Old Coast Road towards North Head. Approximately 400 metres past the
entrance road to Dark Beach, you will see the sign post to the BIG Tree on your right.
For detailed directions and more information please refer to our
‘Walking Trails’ information brochure.
The zoo offers ‘animal encounters’, where you can get up close
and personal with animals such as meerkats, African servals,
snakes and red pandas. You can also be a zoo keeper for a day!
The zoo houses more than 200 animals in total. It is located
at 222 Tomakin Road, Mogo. See our resort reception staff for
further information and ticket sales.
Mogo Village...
Located just 25 minutes from the resort, this vibrant town allows you to step back in time
and experience Australian life in the 1850’s gold rush. You can pan for gold, explore the mine
tunnel and visit many of the authentic buildings and displays at the Original Gold Rush
Colony.
While harvesting its famous past, the village is now a thriving community full of specialty
shops offering fashion, art, antiques, lollies and fudge, as well as restaurants and cafes.
Mogo Village is well worth a visit during your stay at the resort.
Visit www.mogovillage.com.au for details on shops and attractions.
Surfing, Diving, Kayaking...
Pigeon House Mountain...
Excellent diving, snorkelling and kayaking can be enjoyed
right here in front of the resort. The area forms part of
the Batemans Bay Marine Park and is home to a myriad
of habitats and animals. You will find fantastic marine life
around the rocks, particularly in front of our Beach House
(cabin 104), such as dolphins, rays, seals and more.
Pigeon House Mountain offers some of the most spectacular
views in the region, with cliffs, gorges and the Clyde River.
Sometimes you can see as far as Jervis Bay. Pigeon House
Mountain is also important for the spiritual connection
between the Aboriginal people and their land. This mountain
and other headlands in the region were a focus for economic
life, giving easy access to the food resources of both the sea
and land.
Around 200 metres out, is an incredibly well renowned
south coast diving location. For those who would prefer to
be part of a tour or to venture out further, come and see
our reception team for details of local companies that run
snorkelling and diving tours.
You can also enjoy numerous pristine surf breaks in close
proximity to our Nature Resort. For more information please
refer to our ‘Surf Spots’ information brochure.
The walk up the mountain is not always easy and you do
need a moderate level of fitness. You will walk through forest,
heathland and sandstone. It is quite steep and towards the
end ladders are attached to the cliff face. Give it a try and go
as far as you feel comfortable – the panoramic views really
are worth it! The full climb takes around four hours.
You can access Pigeon House Mountain from Wheelbarrow
Road, which is about three kilometres south of Burrill Lake.
Then travel to the car park area at the start of the track.
Mountain Bike Trails...
Cycling is a great way to see the local area. There are endless
paths and options available to suit all levels of rider, from
easy family rides to strenuous mountain terrain.
Rock, River and Sea Fishing...
Many of us here at the resort have been fishing at
Murramarang for many years. We know the best places to
cast your reel and are happy to pass on these tips. The kids
will have a great time trying to catch the huge varieties of
fish in the local area. Charter fishing boats from Bateman’s
Bay are often seen nearby, so that’s a good sign that there is a
large fish population in the area. Fishing from the rocks near
the boat-ramp will give you the best results. For beginners,
aim to cast behind the waves.
For more info refer to our ‘Fishing Spots’ brochure.
A good ride to try is Old Coast Road, which begins at the
southern end of the resort. It is known as one of the most
scenic routes in the state, with tall eucalypt forests, ancient
burrawang palms and lovely ocean breezes. However it
does have a few steep hills!
A lot of the sign-posted nature walks are suitable for bikes,
such as the Durras Lake Walk.
If you did not bring a bike with you, please see our reception
staff to hire one.
Durras Lake Walk...
Pebbly Beach...
This easy walk will take you approximately three hours (seven kilometres).
It is an easy flat walk starting from the car park on North Durras Road or you can choose
to walk along the beach from South Durras. Once you start the walk, simply follow the
signs until you reach the end at Mt Agony Road, then go back the same way. You could
also quite easily cycle this track.
The kangaroos on Pebbly Beach are a spectacular sight. Although the animals are
common in the area, and especially at the resort, you still get a surprise to see them
swimming in the ocean! It is a memorable experience.
The spotted gum and burrawang palms are the obvious talking points on this
walk, but the lake is also famous for prawning. Kids (and adults) love to dig
in the sand and spot the prawns. The best prawning months are November
to March and is better when the lake is open to the ocean. It opens when it is
sufficiently full – it can be closed for years at a time.
If you miss seeing the swimming kangaroos, the beach is still amazing and there is a
large population of kangaroos in the area. You can access the beach via Mount Agony
Road, off Durras Road.
For directions and more information
please see our friendly reception staff.
For directions and more information please refer to our ‘Walking Trails’ information
brochure.
Immerse yourself in nature
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