Bournda National Park lies between Tura Beach (just north of Merimbula) and Tathra. It protects coastal lagoons, long beaches, heath and forest, and is a favourite for family camping and walking.
Highlights
- Wallagoot Lake — a large coastal lake with a picnic area, popular for paddling.
- Bournda Lagoon and Bournda Beach — swimming and walks near the campground.
- Coastal walk — tracks run along the coast between Kianinny Bay at Tathra and Tura Beach, with rocky headlands and secluded beaches.
- Wildlife — kangaroos, goannas and sea birds.
Camping
Hobart Beach campground on Wallagoot Lake is the park’s main camping area and is very popular in summer. Book through NSW National Parks.
Walking in Bournda
The coastal tracks pass rock platforms, small coves and banksia heath, and you can walk short sections from car parks at Kianinny Bay, Bournda Beach or Tura Beach. Allow plenty of time; the full stretch is long and some parts follow beaches, so check tides.
Paddling and swimming
Wallagoot Lake and Bournda Lagoon are calm and shallow, which makes them popular with families and paddlers. The ocean beaches are unpatrolled, so take care with rips.
Getting there
The park is a short drive from Merimbula and Tathra. Access to Hobart Beach and Wallagoot Lake is via sealed and gravel roads suitable for most vehicles. Vehicle entry fees may apply in parts of the park; check NSW National Parks before you go. Combine a morning in Bournda with lunch in Tathra or Merimbula.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bournda National Park?
Between Tura Beach near Merimbula and Tathra.
Can you camp in Bournda?
Yes, at Hobart Beach campground on Wallagoot Lake.
Is there a coastal walk in Bournda?
Yes, tracks follow the coast between Kianinny Bay and Tura Beach.
Is Bournda good for families?
Yes — calm lake swimming, campground facilities and easy walks make it a family favourite.
