Murramarang National Park, Nature reserve near Batemans Bay, New South Wales, Australia
Murramarang is a coastal nature reserve in New South Wales that stretches across multiple kilometers and contains a diverse range of habitats. The landscape shifts between wide sandy beaches, rock pools filled with marine life, and dense forests of spotted gum trees that extend further inland.
The reserve was established in 1973 to protect the coastal environment and historical sites within its boundaries. Its creation was part of a broader effort to safeguard important natural coastal areas along southern New South Wales.
The park is named after an Aboriginal word meaning 'long beach', reflecting its deep ties to the original inhabitants of the region. The landscape you see today is shaped by thousands of years of Indigenous presence, visible through stone tools and shell remains scattered along the shore.
The best time to visit is during the warmer months from September to March, when beaches are more accessible and wildlife is more active. The site has several marked entry points, but be prepared for uneven terrain and natural trails that wind to different beach sections.
At Pebbly Beach, eastern grey kangaroos gather in large numbers at one of the few places where they approach humans so closely. This unusual behavior makes the beach a memorable spot to watch these animals in their natural setting.
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