5 best things to do in Mimosa Rocks National Park, NSW

The best things to do in Mimosa Rocks National Park, NSW, include spotting kangaroos on a walking tour, swimming at Moon Bay, walking the Mimosa Rocks Walking Track and camping at Gillards campground.

Where is Mimosa Rocks National Park?

Mimosa Rocks National Park is a national park on the South Coast of New South Wales, near the towns of Bega and Tathra. There are several things to do in Mimosa Rocks National Park, including…

Spot kangaroos on a walking tour

Navigate Expeditions runs well-regarded walking tours in Mimosa Rocks National Park. The three hour tour takes in woodlands, headlands and clifftops between Bithry and Stinking Bay. There are usually plenty of wildlife sightings along the route, including eastern grey kangaroos. At the time of writing, this Mimosa Rocks National Park walking tour costs $100 and should be booked online.

Swimming at Moon Bay

There are several beaches in Mimosa Rocks National Park, but Moon Bay in the southern section is the prime spot for swimming. It is a sheltered, protected bay which means the ocean swells rarely get significant.

Access to Moon Bay is via a steep 250 metre walk from the Moon Bay car park.

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Walk the Mimosa Rocks Walking Track

The Mimosa Rocks Walking Track in the northern section of the park is a perfect introduction to the park. It’s an easy 2km return walk from the Aragunnu car park, and includes a boardwalk section.

The Mimosa Rocks Walking Track finishes at a coastal lookout. Look carefully and you’ll see the Mimosa shipwreck stranded against a large rock.

The walk is wheelchair-friendly, and passes a large Aboriginal midden.

The Mimosa Rocks Walking Track in Mimosa Rocks National Park, NSW. Photo courtesy of Destination NSW.

Watch whales at the Wajurda Point Lookout

The Wajurda Point Lookout in the southern section of the park offers fantastic coastal views all year round. The scene takes in Nelson Beach and the Baronda Headland.

Come in the winter months, however, and you’ve got an excellent chance of seeing migrating humpback whales.

Camp at Gillards campground

Of the campgrounds in Mimosa Rocks National Park, Gillards campground has the best facilities. This national park campground is just behind Gillards Beach and has 40 sites. There are also toilets, picnic tables and barbecues.

To check availability for camping at Gillards campground, visit the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website.