Pot Holes walking track is a 3km, grade 3 hike located in the Meroo National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 1.25 hrs to complete.
Hike overview
Pot Holes walking track is a short walk with no signage through stunted heathland to unspoilt coastline. With scenic views and picturesque places to picnic along the way, it makes for a great day trip from Ulladulla or Batemans Bay . It's a popular walk amongst the locals heading out for an early morning walk and those on their way to go surfing at Pot Holes Beach. Bring your fishing gear and see what you can catch, or enjoy swimming and whale watching at this magical spot.
It's a beautiful place all year round, but in spring the heathland bursts with the brilliant colours of the wildflowers such as common fringe lily, orchids and grevillea. Winter is also a great time to visit when the banksias are in flower, attracting birds like honeyeaters, so there are plenty of birdwatching opportunities. Keep a lookout because if you are lucky, you may even get a chance to experience some spectacular whale watching.
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Getting there
Pot Holes walking track is in the Lagoon Head precinct in the northern part of Meroo National Park. To get there:Travel south on the Princes Highway from UlladullaApproximately 2km south of Burrill Lake township, turn east into Pot Holes RoadContinue to the carpark at the end where the walking track startsAlternatively:Travel south on Princes Highway from UlladullaTurn left into Dolphin Point Road at Burrill Lake townshipFollow Dolphin Point Road until it becomes Highview DriveContinue to the end where the walking track starts Road quality Check the weather before you set out as the road to Pot Holes walking track can become boggy when it rains. Parking Parking is available at Pot Holes carpark, or alternatively at the end of Highview Drive, Dolphin Point.
Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for more information on this trail.
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About the region
Meroo National Park is a coastal playground near Ulladulla and Batemans Bay, where options for fishing, walking, paddling, birdwatching, cycling and camping await you. Meroo National Park is a pristine coastal playground near Ulladulla and Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast, packed with natural beauty and things to do. Whether you are looking for a camping holiday with the kids, a weekend getaway and or just a secluded spot for swimming and a relaxing picnic, Meroo has something for you.
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