Pambula River Mouth walk

Pambula River Mouth walk created by Victoria Walks

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Summary

With golden beaches, sapphire waters and a bushland track along the river to savour, this walk is a joy.

Description

The views from Pambula River mouth through the headlands and out to sea are a source of anticipatory pleasure for young and old. There is always the chance of spotting whales or dolphins (particularly in winter or spring). The distinctive red rock headlands of the area are have been carved by the elements to form rocky points and pools to explore, as well as pretty cupped beaches. A grassy parkland is provided for picnicking.

The vistas along the river from the elevated woodland track are also delightful. Lookout sites provide elevated views. Water and woodland birds frequent the area with 150 species recorded in Beowa National Park. Listen for the creaky call alerting you to the presence of Gang gangs. You might also spot one of the 50 mammal species that live here. Keep an eye out for echidna, wombats, goanna and other lizards. The coastal vegetation includes pockets of cypress pine and cherry ballarat. Interpretive signs along the way describe local cultural and natural history.

This tidal section of the river ebbs and flows creating expansive sandy beaches for walking, paddling and fishing. Transparent water provides the opportunity to see stingrays coasting by. Note: strong currents can be present. Keep an eye on children by the water.

White-bellied sea eagles are often seen effortlessly gliding above on the hunt for fish. Dusk can be a good time to visit if you enjoy blue hour observations. The river is home to 15 species of bat and Yellow-bellied gliders.

The walking track starts downriver from the parkland past the boatsheds. It is a foot padded earth track that includes some rocky outcrops, short ups, downs and steps. you can either return the way you came or along the water edge.

The river mouth park has an external beach shower, picnic tables , drinking water fountains, car parking and public toilets.

Signs at Pambula River Mouth are very clear, dogs are not permitted.

Other Sapphire Coast walks:
Middle Lagoon & Beach loop walk
Merimbula Boardwalk
Jiguma coastal walk
Goodenia Rainforest walk
Lake Street / Djirringanj People's walk
Mimosa Rocks / Aragunnu Beach walk
Pinnacles loop walk
Sandy Creek / Bournda Lagoon loop walk
Tathra Headland loop walk
Wajurda Point / Moon Bay walk

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Points of Interest

1. Pambula River Mouth park and beach

A small park and white sanded beach greet you at the beginning of your journey. Picnic tables, toilets, drinking water, an outside shower and a children's swing are on offer. Dogs are not permitted.

2. A great place for kids

With lots of water to paddle in, sand to dig in, rocks to climb and pools to explore this is a great place for kids. Note: strong currents may be active at any time, so still keep an eye on them.

3. The Boatsheds and trailhead

As you walk along the riverbank to the right from the park you will see the National Park walking track trailhead sign immediately past three boat sheds on the river.

4. Interpretive signs

There are interesting interpretive signs along the walk describing the cultural history and natural environment.

5. The walking track

The earthen track makes its way through the coastal woodland above the river. It has short dips and rises including some rocky steps.

6. Lookouts

The elevated lookouts provide fantastic views from above the water of the river and across to the opposite shore.

7. Severs Beach view

Fishing off Severs Beach on the opposite bank where the river starts to narrow is a popular pastime.

8. Outrigger Canoe Club

The Sapphire Coast Outrigger Canoe Club has its home on the river.

9. Walking on the sand

The return leg of this walk as mapped is along the sandy river bank. As a tidal river the width expands and contracts according to the ebb or flow. Alternatively, return the way you came.