Honeysuckle Beach walking track is a 2.5km, grade 3 hike located in the Murramarang National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.
Hike summary
Honeysuckle Beach walking track is a great short hike in the southern end of Murramarang National Park, just north of Batemans Bay. It's an ideal walk for people wanting to take in the awe inspiring views of the south coast while avoiding the crowds.
Leading through wind-sculpted spotted gums to the lookout, gaze across to the picturesque islands. Ideal for birdwatching, the white-breasted sea eagles are known to scour the nearby ocean for fish. Arriving at black-pebbled Honeysuckle, keep an eye out for gannets, shearwaters and petrels out to sea, or the threatened sooty oystercatcher foraging on the rocks.
Cool off with a swim in the crystal clear waves and roll out the blanket for a picnic on the sand. If you want to try your hand at fishing, you might catch whiting, tailor or snapper (this is part of a marine park, so please check restrictions). When you're ready, head back along the track and if you want to extend your stay, pitch your tent at North Head campground.
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Getting there
To North Head campground carpark. Honeysuckle Beach walking track is in the southern precinct of Murramarang National Park. To get there: Turn off Princess Highway into the park at BenandarahTake Durras Road for approximately 2kmsVeer right onto North Head Road and follow for approximately 10kms to North head campgroundHoneysuckle Beach walking track starts near North Head campground Park entry points North Head campground carpark See on map Road quality Check the weather before you set out as the road to Honeysuckle Beach walking track can become boggy when it rains. Parking Parking is available at North Head Campground.
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
The longitude and latitude of the start and end points are approximately only and should not be used for navigation purposes. Please contact me if you know the correct coordinates.
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About the region
Spanning 44km of dramatic coastline, Murramarang National Park is the ultimate spot to soak up some sun and explore the cliffs, headlands and pristine beaches of the NSW south coast. Be sure to pack your swimmers to hit the surf, binoculars for spotting peregrine falcons and sea eagles soaring high above the cliffs, and your fishing rod to catch dinner.
This is one of the rare spots in Australia where the spotted gums grow right down to the ocean, offering plenty of shade in the warmer months and a stunning backdrop for a nature escape all year round. When you're ready to take a break from the stunning beaches you can opt to canoe or walk around Durras lake instead. The Durras lake discovery trail is perfect for kids.
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Acknowledgement of Country
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