Between Bega and Merimbula, Bournda National Park has a network of walking trails. You can explore big lagoons, sweeping beaches, and quiet creeks on marked trails. Mimosa Rocks, Ben Boyd , and Bournda are all coastal National Parks in this area, where there is great walking, and perfect swimming. You will find yourself walking down to the beach through fern glades, or coastal forest and heathland. There are several great campsites.
Fees apply, and bookings are required.
During summer, there is the Discovery ranger program of guided walks and talks, canoeing, and other activities. Down by the coast, Merimbula is built on a lake that is separated from the ocean by just a thin strip of sand, and it is a great place to relax and beach out. Plan to take a break here. Merimbula has a great new YHA and other budget accommodation . The friendly YHA staff will organise trips to waterfalls and forests, social actvities and more, bikes or surf gear are readily available for hire, and there are many good beach and boat dives for all levels.