Pretty Beach to Snapper Point walking track is a 1km, grade 3 hike located in the Murramarang National Park, New South Wales. The hike should take around 45 mins to complete.
Hike overview
The whole family will love this short and easy walk from Pretty Beach picnic area around the northern tip of Murramarang National Park. Pretty Beach to Snapper Point walking track follows the headland to Snapper Point lookout with brilliant views of the dramatic coastline.
From the grassy slopes of the Pretty Beach, follow the northern track through forests of she-oaks, where you might catch a glimpse of a swamp wallaby or a foraging lyrebird. The lookout is a great spot for whale watching in autumn and spring. Birdwatching is spectacular along the coastline as Gannets, sooty oystercatchers, and even peregrine falcons are seen in these parts.
After you've had your fill of sweeping views and fresh air, make your way back along the track or head down to Merry Beach and make your way back via the nearby campground. If you're tempted to spend a weekend, why not spend a night at Pretty Beach cabins?
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Getting there
To Pretty Beach carpark. From Princes Highway at Termeil, take the Bawley Point/Kioloa turn off along (sealed) Murramarang Road. Past Kioloa follow the signs to Pretty Beach. There is 300m of unsealed road. Park entry points Pretty Beach carpark See on map Road quality Check the weather before you set out as the road to Pretty Beach to Snapper Point walking track can become boggy when it rains. Parking Parking is available at Pretty Beach picnic area.
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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