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WW II bunker and museum: restored and located at the airport. Information shed: a mural depicting Mallacoota's history is painted on the external walls; Main Wharf. The Spotted Dog Gold Mine: established in 1894, this was the most successful goldmine in the Mallacoota district.

Croajingolong National Park This park takes up a vast portion of what has been dubbed the Wilderness Coast. It protects remote beaches, tall forests, heathland, rainforest, estuaries and granite peaks, as well as creatures such as wallabies, possums, goannas and lyrebirds. Offshore, you might be lucky enough to spot dolphins, seals or southern right and humpback whales. Pt Hicks Lighthouse is a popular spot to visit, and Tamboon and Mallacoota inlets are good spots for canoeing. Access the park via a track west of town or various roads south of the Princes Hwy; contact Parks Victoria on 13 1963.Surf beaches: Bastion Point, 2 km S; Bekta, 5 km S. Gabo Island Lightstation Reserve: take a scenic daytrip or stay in the Lightkeeper's Residence; 11 km E (offshore). Gipsy Pt: a quiet holiday retreat overlooking the Genoa River; 16 km NW.

Mallacoota Inlet 2 km

Mallacoota Inlet, near the Victoria/NSW border, is one of Victoria’s largest estuaries. The Genoa and Wallagaraugh rivers and a host of smaller creeks and streams feed the inlet. The Wallagaraugh River joins the... Find out more

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Gipsy Point 12 km

If you are after dusky flathead and black bream, then Gipsy Point – which marks the junction of the Wallagaraugh and Genoa rivers – offers easy access to some of the best fishing in the inlet. To get there,... Find out more

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Wallagaraugh River 15 km

The Wallagaraugh River is in southern NSW and northern Victoria. It’s a big river, wide and deep in parts. Upstream, near where the Princes Highway crosses the river, it breaks out into pools. For anglers who... Find out more

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Maramingo Creek 16 km

One of the most exciting, albeit also one of the most frustrating, days I experienced in an estuary took place in Maramingo Creek, an offshoot of the Genoa River. To get there, follow the Genoa River upstream from the... Find out more

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Wingan Inlet 30 km

Leaving Mallacoota and driving south for about 30 km along the Princes Highway, you come across the turn-off to Wingan Inlet. Little known but well worth fishing for bream and flathead, the inlet is in Croajingolong... Find out more

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Lake Wonboyn 38 km

Lake Wonboyn is one of my all-time favourite spots. Located about halfway between Eden and the border with Victoria, this large estuary system suits serious anglers and families. Some visitors to this estuary stay in... Find out more

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Green Cape 42 km

Anglers who fish the east coast often refer to the January–March period as the ‘magic quarter’, when the East Australian Current brings millions of baitfish that in turn attract large predators, like... Find out more

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Eden 54 km

Anyone looking for fishing variety should visit Eden. Angling opportunities include offshore game, reef, beach, estuary and pier. Eden nestles snugly on the shoreline of Twofold Bay and, unlike Merimbula and Narooma... Find out more

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Tamboon Inlet 59 km

The turn-off to Tamboon Inlet is on the Princes Highway at Cann River. Take the road to Tamboon Inlet, veering left on the Point Hicks road for about 5 km before turning right onto Peach Tree Creek Track which takes you... Find out more

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Pambula Lake 66 km

Pambula Lake, south of Merimbula, also known as the Broadwater, produces good catches of bream, dusky flathead, tailor, whiting, salmon, gummy sharks and mulloway. I fished this water with Bruce Libbis on one of his... Find out more

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Croajingolong National Park 33 km

One-third of Australia’s bird species have been spotted in this 87 500-hectare park that stretches for 100 kilometres along the coast. The threatened ground parrot forages in the heath and lorikeets feed in the... Find out more

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Platypus-watching - Bombala 85 km

If you believe the hype, Bombala is the platypus capital of Australia and the locals stop just short of guaranteeing you a sighting. The best spot is the Platypus Reserve on the Bombala River (off Delegate Road) in the... Find out more

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Cycling - Bega Valley to Orbost 99 km

Back Pedal Cycle Tours is an eco-certified tour company that offers a great range of supported, safe and family-friendly cycle tours, from single-day excursions in the Bega Valley, through to the three-day ‘Border... Find out more

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Cruises - around Lakes Entrance 159 km

More than just a cruise, a one- or two-hour Sea- Safari out of Lakes Entrance is an opportunity to add to research about the area. You will help document seabirds, marine life – including seahorses with an... Find out more

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Snowy Mountains Touring Company 162 km

Based on an unusual concept, this company offers a personal tour guide who can accompany you, in your vehicle, explaining the history, heritage, flora and fauna of the area as you travel. Either you can drive, or they... Find out more

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Canoeing in the Snowys 166 km

It is certainly not the best spot in the country for canoeing and kayaking, but peaceful days can be had enjoying these activities on Lake Jindabyne, or more exciting adventures are possible on overnight excursions down... Find out more

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Bushwalking in the Snowy Mountains 174 km

There is almost no end to the hiking that can be done in the Snowy Mountains. There are hundreds of kilometres of hiking tracks, and infinite ways to wander through the hills. The most popular walks are to the top of... Find out more

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Cross-country skiing 175 km

A delightful winter pastime, cross-country skiing is a mix of walking, gliding and skiing, and the basics are much easier to pick up than those of downhill skiing or snowboarding. You can undertake the activity at... Find out more

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Alpine National Park 203 km

Covering a vast 6460 square kilometres, this is Victoria’s largest national park and cradles the state’s highest mountains and dramatic alpine scenery, as well as the major downhill skiing resorts. The park... Find out more

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Sailing - Batemans Bay 209 km

Batemans Bay Sailing Charters is eco-certified and offers sailing trips out of Batemans Bay on a 12.5-metre catamaran, from a three-hour cruise around the bay to overnight excursions.... Find out more

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Narooma Golf Club 153 km

Narooma is a small coastal haven with world-class beaches. It has become renowned for the whales, seals and penguins attracted to the pristine waters offshore. But one of the town’s major attractions remains its... Find out more

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Lucy’s Noodles

This family-owned and run noodle house believes in doing things properly. Lucy, who used to run her own restaurant in Nanning, the capital of Guangxi province in China, even grinds her own rice for the authentic noodles... Find out more

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Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park

This holiday park is beautifully sited on Mallacoota Inlet; a dozen jetties are staked out along its grassy, well-tended perimeter. With 650 campsites, it gets crowded at peak times of the year, but the scenery, free use... Find out more

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Lake Barracoota Camping Area (bush camping) 10 km

Designated bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Shipwreck Creek camping area 11 km

Shipwreck Creek only has 5 campsites, set in forest above an isolated cove. The flat ground here makes setting up camp a breeze. Take a walk along the ocean beach and gaze out towards Gabo Island. You can also follow the... Find out more

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South of Cape Howe (bush camping) 16 km

Designated bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Cape Howe Camping Area (bush camping) 21 km

It's about 1 km from Bunyip Hole to Cape Howe. This is a designated bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Bunyip Hole camping area (bush camping) 21 km

From Nadgee Lake to Bunyip Hole is approximately 4.1 km. If the lake is full it will be about 4.6 km. This is a bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Nadgee Lake Camping Area (bush camping) 22 km

From the southern end of Nadgee Beach, it’s about 2.4 km to Nadgee Lake camping area, a designated bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Nadgee Beach Camping Area (bush camping) 23 km

From Little Creek to Nadgee Beach North is 4.2 km, then another 700 m to Nadgee Beach South. These are designated bush-camping sites for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Little Creek Camping Area (bush camping) 24 km

From Newtons Beach to the designated bush-camping site at Little Creek is approximately 4.3 km. Gas/fuel stove preferred. For self-sufficient walkers only.... Find out more

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Newtons Beach Camping Area (bush camping) 28 km

About 9 km from the trackhead, this camping site is a designated bush-camping site for self-sufficient walkers only. Gas/fuel stove preferred.... Find out more

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Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park

This amazing, picturesque caravan park sprawls along the water’s edge. There are over 650 sites and the reception building is just 150 metres from the town centre. Some waterfront sites even have their own... Find out more

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Wallagaraugh River Retreat 13 km

This park is located at the end of 8 km of good, unsealed road and the turn-off is well signposted on the Princes Highway, around 8 km east of Genoa. On the banks of the Wallagaraugh River, this is a secluded spot for... Find out more

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Discovery Holiday Parks – Eden 54 km

Easily accessed from the highway, this picturesque park is located on the south side of Eden in a lovely beachfront position. It has a wide range of facilities. Bookings are required in peak periods and a minimum-length... Find out more

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Garden of Eden Caravan Park 57 km

This is a well-appointed, reasonably priced park in a great garden setting, just 2 km from the town centre. It is a good place for an overnight stay or for a longer holiday. Bookings are required in peak periods; pets... Find out more

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Eden Tourist Park 58 km

Situated across the road from the beach, this place is 2 km from the town centre. A popular holiday park, it caters predominantly for tourists, offering good facilities. It is a good base from which to explore the area.... Find out more

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Discovery Holiday Parks – Pambula Beach 70 km

This beachside park is one of our favourites in the popular family holiday region of the south coast of New South Wales. It has a pool complex, a licensed restaurant and spotless amenities, and is a great family park.... Find out more

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Merimbula Beach Holiday Park 76 km

Perched on a headland looking out to sea, this quality park is in a great position. It has an excellent range of facilities including a shop and takeaway food. Bookings are required in peak periods and a minimum-length... Find out more

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Seabreeze Holiday Park 95 km

This is a very good quality park located across the road from the surf club, and just a stroll to local eateries. The features here are outstanding and include Austar television cabled to every site. Bookings are... Find out more

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Tathra Beach Family Park 95 km

This good quality, absolute beachfront park is located in the heart of Tathra. Just stroll to the beach from your site or take a short walk to the town centre, restaurants or club. Bookings are required in peak periods... Find out more

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Bega Caravan Park 97 km

This well-managed park alongside the Princes Highway is on the southern approach to Bega. There are large grassy sites, modern amenities and pets are welcome. Bookings are required in peak periods.... Find out more

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Karbeethong Lodge

Only 5 kilometres from Mallacoota township, this classic green-and-white-painted historic guesthouse has been renovated to accommodate guests in 10 single, double and family bedrooms – most with ensuite facilities.... Find out more

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Gipsy Point Lodge

Adjoining Croajingolong National Park in the state’s far east, this wonderful wilderness escape is located some 20 kilometres north-west of Mallacoota, perched above Mallacoota Inlet. The beautiful guesthouse has... Find out more

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Adobe Mudbrick Holiday Flats, Mallacoota 3 km

These 12 rustic mudbrick flats were ecologically designed to avoid the need for air-conditioning, and have solar hot water and rainwater tanks. The 32-hectare surrounds are managed as a Land for Wildlife property,... Find out more

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Jacarri Eco-Cottage, Goongerah 96 km

This rustic little cottage in East Gippsland sleeps four, and has solar power and a dry composting toilet. It has been built with sustainable timbers and uses a water wheel to fill the water tank. Organic fruit,... Find out more

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Alpine Habitats, near Jindabyne 166 km

Opened in 2007, these 18 cleverly designed two-bedroom buildings are linked underground by massive worm farms that digest all the compostable waste on the site. Set amid gnarled black sallees and other snow gums, the... Find out more

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Arthur’s Cottage, Cudgewa 234 km

This historic mudbrick, two-bedroom cottage was built around 1897, but now has solar-powered lights and a gas kitchen. It sits quietly on the Cudgewa Creek, with platypus drifting past. You will need to bring your own... Find out more

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Genoa Rest Area 17 km

48 km NE of Cann River (L) or 61 km SW of Eden (R) Large area well off the highway on the north side of the river. Excellent facilities. Good shade. GPS: S37 28.351 E149 35.486... Find out more

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Wallagaraugh River Rest Area 21 km

65 km NE of Cann River (L) or 43 km SW of Eden (R) Small area adjacent to the highway among a few large trees. Good facilities and shade. GPS: S37 22.163 E149 42.885... Find out more

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Scrubby Creek Rest Area 38 km

86 km NE of Cann River (L) or 22 km SW of Eden (R) Large area just off the highway in the forest. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S37 13.370 E149 49.797... Find out more

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Hut Link Road Rest Area 40 km

89 km NE of Cann River (L) or 19 km SW of Eden (L) Large area just off the highway. Limited shade. GPS: S37 12.278 E149 50.695  ... Find out more

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Thurra River Rest Area 43 km

11 km E of Cann River (L) or 98 km SW of Eden (R) Small but secluded area well off the highway in the forest. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S37 34.147 E149 16.346... Find out more

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Bemm River Rest Area 77 km

45 km E of Orbost (R) or 30 km W of Cann River (L) Small area 300 metres off the highway in the forest. Good shade. GPS: S37 37.799 E148 53.224... Find out more

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Yellowpinch Dam Rest Area 79 km

32 km N of Eden (L) or 22 km S of Bega (R) Small area located 1 kilometre off the highway. Good facilities. Limited shade. GPS: S36 51.068 E149 48.765... Find out more

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Bellbird Creek Rest Area 83 km

39 km E of Orbost (R) or 36 km W of Cann River (L) Small parking area next to the hotel. Good shade. GPS: S37 39.132 E148 49.058  ... Find out more

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Murrungower Rest Area 101 km

16 km E of Orbost (L) or 59 km W of Cann River (R) Large secluded area just off the highway in a pleasant forest setting. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S37 41.358 E148 37.107... Find out more

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Bega Lookout Park Area 102 km

5 km N of Bega (R) or 72 km S of Narooma (L) Small area just off the highway at the lookout. GPS: S36 38.692 E149 49.430... Find out more

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Bemboka Rest Area 104 km

East side of town Large area just off the highway. Good facilities. NOTE: Camping and showers available for a fee. GPS: S36 38.127 E149 34.696... Find out more

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Fred Piper Memorial Lookout Park Area 110 km

14 km W of Bemboka (L) or 62 km E of Cooma (R) Very small parking bay adjacent to the highway at the lookout. GPS: S36 35.841 E149 26.647... Find out more

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Newmerella Rest Area 119 km

West side of town Small area adjacent to the highway. Good shade and facilities. GPS: S37 44.415 E148 25.304  ... Find out more

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Quaama Rest Area 121 km

31 km N of Bega (R) or 46 km S of Narooma (L) Small area just off the highway. Good facilities. GPS: S36 28.110 E149 51.979 ... Find out more

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Nimmitabel Park Area 123 km

South side of town Parking area at Lake Williams. Good facilities. GPS: S36 30.903 E149 16.928... Find out more

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Mystery Bay Camp Area 144 km

T/O 68 km N of Bega (R) or 9 km S of Narooma (L) Small shady campground located on the foreshore at a secluded beach 2 kilometres east of the highway. Limited facilities. Good shade. GPS: S36 18.032 E150... Find out more

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Corunna Lake Park Area 147 km

71 km N of Bega (L) or 6 km S of Narooma (R) Very small area just off the highway on the shores of the lake. GPS: S36 16.016 E150 07.742... Find out more

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