Batemans Bay Visitor Information

Batemans Bay is the largest town in the Eurobodalla region. The area is known as ‘the land of many waters’ and it’s easy to see why with over 130 kilometres of coastline, 83 beaches, 4 major rivers systems and 20 lakes. So if water sports and activities are your thing then you’ve certainly come to the right place!

To make it easy to decide what attractions you can see and do in the area, we have provided a snapshot of experiences here for you.

This region has variety of tourist attractions and activities, not to mention picturesque countryside and spectacular coastal scenery from South Durras, Nelligen, Mogo, Broulee, Moruya, Narooma, Tilba Tilba to famous Montague Island. The reception at Corrigans Cove has free visitor information for guests and a variety of information is provided in the apartment compendiums.

Walks near Batemans Bay

The Corrigans Cove compendiums list 15 key walks including:

  • Penance Grove, Monga National Park
  • Waratah Walk, Monga National Park
  • The Corn Trail, Monga National Park
  • The Coast Walk from Pebbly Beach to Snake Beach, Murramarang National Park
  • Depot Beach Rainforest Walk, Murramarang National Park
  • Durras Discovery Trail, Murramarang National Park
  • Durras Mountain, Murramarang National Park
  • Mangrove Walk, Cullendulla Nature Reserve
  • Mogo Bushwalk, Mogo State Forest
  • Banksia Walk, Burrewarra Point
  • Broulee Island
  • Bingie Dreaming Track, Eurobodalla National Park
  • Box Cutting Rainforest Walk, Bodalla State Forest
  • Mill Bay Boardwalk, Narooma
  • Mystery Bay to 1080 Beach, Narooma

There are walks rated easy through to moderate and hard. For an easy paced walk you could try the Mangrove Walk at Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve in north Batemans Bay or for something more challenging try Durras Mountain in Murramarang National Park.

Swimming, Snorkelling, Diving, Kayaking & Boating

Eurobodalla on the South Coast of NSW certainly lives up to its reputation as the ‘land of many waters’ with a range of water based activities available all along the coast.

In Batemans Bay you can:

  • swim at your favourite beach (some are patrolled in season)
  • snorkel and marvel at the marine life
  • go scuba diving – either on a tour or bring your own equipment
  • hire a kayak or join a tour – some depart Corrigans Beach opposite Corrigans Cove
  • hire a boat and wet a line or bring your own vessel there’s plenty of boat ramps to launch from
  • relax on a river cruise to Nelligen
  • spot starfish in rock pools

Batemans Bay Tourism Links

Below you will find a snapshot of some of Batemans Bay’s main attractions and experiences.
Batemans Bay is located in the Eurobodalla Coast, a region known as the ‘Land of Many Waters’ and takes in the towns and villages of South Durras, Nelligen, Mogo, Broulee, Moruya, Narooma, Tilba Tilba and famous Montague Island.

Attractions near Batemans Bay

Close to Corrigans Cove you’ll find the following attractions near Batemans Bay

  • Batehaven shops
  • Birdland Animal Park
  • Catalina Country Club
  • Batemans Bay Tennis Courts
  • Skate Park, Playground and Park Ground
  • Shell Museum

Just down the road you’ll find:

  • Batemans Bay Visitor Centre
  • Murra Mia Walkway and Promenade, Batemans Bay CBD
  • Eurobodalla Region Botanic Gardens
  • Mogo Zoo
  • Mogo shopping village
  • Old Mogo Town

Within a 1.5 hour drive of Batemans Bay you’ll find:

  • Pebbly Beach
  • Moruya Markets (every Saturday morning)
  • Montague Island – seal colony, fairy penguin habitat and lighthouse
  • Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba heritage village
  • Foxglove Spire Gardens
  • Trunketabella Gardens
  • Art galleries and studios

Go surfing or relax by the pool

The region is renowned for its beautiful beaches but Corrigans Beach is one of the best and can be found directly across from Corrigans Cove. This calm beach is great for families as there are no big waves. If you’re keen for a surf or some larger waves, you’re less than 10 minutes drive to the nearest seasonally patrolled beach. Or you can relax by the outdoor pool onsite at Corrigans.