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Ancient Geological Sites

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Eurobodalla is home to a world-class gallery of amazing formations and folds of sandstone, siltstone, shale, granite and basalt

Some places date back as far as 510 million years, while the coastline itself was shaped around 90 to 70 million years ago. Covering over 40kms of dramatic coastline north from Batemans Bay, you’ll discover Murramarang National Park features beaches, rock platforms, spotted gum forests and rainforest gullies, all surrounding the beautiful Durras Lake. With spectacular rock formations millions of years in the making, magnificent spotted and blue gum forests and a community of native animals and birdlife, the park is a must for geology enthusiasts, photographers and bush walkers.

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Wasp Head South Durras
The sculpted sandstone cliffs, which are the exposed southern edge of the 280 million year old Sydney Basin, are a unique treat at Wasp Head
Cookies Beach Picnic Area - South Durras
With spectacular beach views you will be sure to spot one of the many eastern grey kangaroos basking in the sun.
Wasp Head Picnic Area
If you enjoy a remote spot for a relaxing lunch, then head to the Wasp Head picnic area near South Durras in Murramarang National Park.
Wasp Head Walk
This short, scenic walk in Murramarang National Park, south of Durras Lake, is a delightful easy walk taking in coastal views and golden beaches in
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Myrtle Beach
Two worlds collide at Myrtle Beach where the sandstone cliffs of the Sydney Basin come to an end and rise up to meet the Lachlan Fold Belt
North Head campground
This remote bush camp spot is ideal for the adventurous campers who like to get away from it all. At North Head campground, in Murramarang
North Head Lookout
The spectacular cliffs along the Murramarang coastline are on fine display from North Head lookout. After following a well-formed track for 300 metres over gently
Honeysuckle Beach Walking Track
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
Oaky Beach Walking Track
A great off the beaten track hike, Oaky Beach walking track leads through gums and rainforest to a secluded beach in the southern area of
Myrtle Beach walking track
Get away from it all and escape to this beautiful, isolated beach for the day.  Surround yourself with natural bushland and revel in the sounds
Dark Beach Walking Track
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Guerilla Bay
Guerilla Bay is one of the most hidden, sheltered and picturesque bays in Eurobodalla, and has been formed in some of the oldest rocks.
Burrewarra Point Lookout
The lookout is a charming 10 minute walk from the carpark on Burri Point
Burrewarra Point Banksia Walk
Burrewarra Point has a charming walk through a mature banksia forest with views of the coast and hinterland.
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Bendethera Caves Trail
Sparkling limestone in the mountains of the Deua National Park.
Bendethera Valley campground
The beautiful and remote campground of Bendethera Valley is the ideal place for a relaxing break, as well as a great base for cavers.
Bendethera Caves Walking Trek
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Bingie Bingie Point
A site of intense interest to geologists and their students because of the prolific and spectacular display of intrusive igneous rocks.
Bingi Dreaming Track
Cathedral Rocks: Bingie
An excellent photo opportunity with the best time being in late afternoon light when the setting sun gives the rocks an incandescent-like glow.
Bingie Beach North
Hidden away from the water are evidence of shell middens, stone working areas and quarries providing strong links to Aboriginal culture.
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Barunguba Montague Island
Montague Island, 9km offshore from Narooma, is of interest to not only geologists, but lighthouse historians, nature lovers and eco-tourists
Barunguba Montague Island Nature Reserve
Montague Island Nature Reserve is home to hundreds of seals and more than 90 bird species. Enjoy a stay in a heritage lighthouse keeper’s cottage.
Montague Island Lighthouse
Montague Island Lighthouse is the perfect place to get in touch with history while seeing dramatic views, amazing birds and marine wildlife. Let your inner
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Glasshouse Rocks - Surf Beach Narooma
Glasshouse Rocks are possibly the most photographed rocks along the Eurobodalla coastline.
Narooma Surf Beach
Only minutes from the centre of Narooma, this picturesque beach looks out to Montague Island.
Glasshouse Rocks and Pillow Lava
Surf Beach, Narooma has two amazing sites of ancient geological significance and beauty at either end of the sandy beach.
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Mystery Bay Kink Zone
The disappearance of government geologist, Lamont Young, his assistant and three other men in 1880 remains an unsolved mystery to this day.
Mystery Bay lookout
Mystery Bay lookout is in the most southern part of Eurobodalla National Park not far from the picturesque hamlet of Mystery Bay. The lookout offers
Mystery Bay to 1080 Beach Walk
A ten minute stroll from the entrance to Eurobodalla National Park will find you at Pooles Beach.
Historic Mystery Bay Velodrome
A scenic track takes you on a loop from Mystery Bay, through the camping ground, and to the historic Velodrome.
Mystery Bay Camping Area
Mystery Bay campground fronts the ocean and is one of the few natural camping areas remaining on the New South Wales South Coast.
Mystery Bay Short Walk
From Mystery Bay camping area follow the bush track north to Billy's Beach, an important Aboriginal site and great for families.
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Gulaga Mountain
The magnificent granite tors at the summit of Gulaga are of great spiritual and cultural significance to the Yuin Aboriginal people.
Bellbrook Farm Loop Walk
A scenic 2km walk around the foothills of Gulaga (Mount Dromedary). Start the walk at the end of Station Street, which runs off Bate Street
Bellbird Scenic Drive Tilba
The drive begins at the village of Tilba Tilba. Here you can visit the wonderful Foxglove Spire Gardens and specialty shops.
The Tilba District Heritage Areas
The Tilba Conservation Area was listed by the National Trust in 1974. Gulaga, formerly Mt Dromedary, is sacred to the people of the Yuin nation.
Gulaga National Park
Gulaga National Park was created in January 2001. It covers an area of 4673ha. Gulaga (Mount Dromedary) and the surrounding landscape have great spiritual significance
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