Camel Rock, Bermagui: Visitor guide
Camel Rock near Bermagui, New South Wales, is a distinctive coastal rock formation. If you come to take photos, you may as well have a swim at Camel Rock Beach while you’re there.
What is Camel Rock, Bermagui?
Camel Rock near Bermagui on the South Coast of New South Wales is an ancient coastal rock formation. It was formed by underwater rockfalls around 450 million years ago. Now, it looks like two camel humps sticking out of the sea.
Where is Camel Rock?
Camel Rock is a ten minute drive north of Bermagui. Drive along Wallaga Lake Road towards Murunna Point. Just before the end of the road, there is a turn off leading to the car park at Camel Rock Beach. Park up here to get to the beach and get your photos of Camel Rock. There is also a viewing platform with a picnic area and toilets at the car park.
Murunna Point walk from Camel Rock Beach
From the Camel Rock Beach car park, you can also take the 1.5km walk to Murunna Point. There are several lookouts along the way, and you’ll go past Horse Head Rock – the other animal-shaped rock formation in these parts.
It’s an impressive walk, with Gulaga (Mt Dromedary) and Wallaga Lake providing the backdrop.
Swimming at Camel Rock Beach
Camel Rock Beach is essentially the name given to the northern end of the much longer Haywards Beach. It is popular with surfers, and patrolled by surf lifesavers during the summer months. The best time for swimming at Camel Rock Beach is when the wind is coming from the north-east – the headland provides protective shelter.
Other things to do in Bermagui include Bermagui River kayaking tours, snorkelling with seals around Montague Island and swimming in the Bermagui Blue Pool.
Where to stay in Bermagui
The best Bermagui accommodation choices are:
- For dog-friendly accommodation with a prime harbourside location: Harbourview House.
- For a kid-friendly holiday park: Ingenia Holidays Ocean Lake.
- For a solid, affordable motel with free parking: Bermagui Motor Inn.
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