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Track through the heath +
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Trck past Banksia near North Tura +
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Track up the hill south of Sandy Beach Ck +
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Track up the hill south of Sandy Bch Ck +
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Arrow marker at creek crossing +
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Arrow marker beside Bournda Lagoon track +
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Track over tree at Bournda Lagoon +
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Track down from Field Study Hut +
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Stairs near the Field Study Huts intersection +
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View from Bournda Lagoon lookout +
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Bournda Lagoon from lookout +
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Track up from Bournda Lagoon +
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Track to Bournda Lagoon car park +
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Bournda Lagoon car park toilet +
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Gate before Bournda Lagoon car park +
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Cross sectional view of the North Tura Beach to Bournda Lagoon bushwalking track  Analysis and summary of the altitude variation on the North Tura Beach to Bournda Lagoon bushwalking track  Overview of this walks Grading - Based on the AS 2156.1 - 2001
These details are new. This new feature still requires more testing and refining. Please use the 'Walker Feedback' for report specific issues. Please e-mail Matt if you have any general comments. Hope you find it helpful.
Under this standard, a walk is graded based on the most difficult section of the walk.
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Length |
3.5km |
| Time |
1 hr 15 mins |
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Grade 4/6
Track: Hard |
AS 2156.1 |
Gradient |
Very steep (4/6) |
| Quality of track |
Rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely (4/6) |
| Signs |
Directional signs along the way (3/6) |
| Experience Required |
No experience required (1/6) |
| Weather |
Storms may impact on navigation and safety (3/6) |
| Infrastructure |
Limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged) (4/6) |
*This summary of grading information is new and still in testing Some more detail of this walks Grading
Here is a bit more details explaining the grading looking at sections of the walk. Gradient
1.5km of this walk is very steep and another 1km has short steep hills. Whilst another 890m has gentle hills with occasional steps and the remaining 30m is flat with no steps.
Quality of track
2.2km of this walk follows a rough track, where fallen trees and other obstacles are likely and another 1.3km follows a formed track, with some branches and other obstacles. The remaining (30m) follows a clear and well formed track or trail.
Signs
Around 3.4km of this walk has directional signs at most intersection, whilst the remaining 30m is clearly signposted.
Experience Required
This whole walk, 3.5km requires no previous bushwalking experience.
Weather
Around 2.1km of this walk is not usually affected by severe weather events (that would unexpectedly impact safety and navigation), whilst the remaining 1.3km is affected by storms that may impact your navigation and safety.
Infrastructure
1.6km of this walk has limited facilities (such as not all cliffs fenced) and another 1.3km has limited facilities (such as cliffs not fenced, significant creeks not bridged). The remaining (590m) is close to useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats).
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Nth Tura Lookout int.
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Nth Tura Lookout
Optional sidetrip: Path: Easy - Wheelchair accessible - bushtrack |
Length = 31 m |
Time = 1 mins |
| Climb = 0 m |
Descent = -1 m |
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Viewing Platform' sign[1], towards the lookout. The walk leads along the gravel path, around the timber bollard[2] then up the fiberglass ramp (1.5m wide), keeping a timber fence either side.
(Retrace your steps back to the main track, then turn right to continue along this walk.)
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North Tura Lookout
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Alt = 10 m |
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North Tura Beach Lookout is between Tathra and Merimbula in Bournda National Park. The lookout platform (4.6x4.6m) has stunning views[3] over North Tura Beach, all the way south to Tura Headland[4] and out to sea. The lookout is also a perfect viewing point for Turingal Head[5] and Bournda Island. The fence[6] is 91cm high and the ramp leading up is 1.5m wide[7].
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Nth Tura Lookout int.
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Int. Bournda Lagoon Lookout and Bournda Lagoon Trks
Track: Hard - bushtrack |
Length = 3.1 km |
Time = 58 mins |
| Climb = 75 m |
Descent = -75 m |
From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Walking tracks' arrow[8] along the wide gravel path keeping the car park to the left. The path leads behind the large 'Welcome to North Tura Beach' information sign[9], and toilet[fac=8213] (on your left) to lead gently downhill alongside the timber fence to come to an intersection with two picnic tables[fac=8224] (on your left). The intersection is marked with a 'North Tura Beach' sign[10].
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the 'Bournda Lagoon via Sandy Beach Creek' sign, passing picnic tables on the left. The track winds a little as it passes through open and closed heath areas, as well as a 'Walking Track' sign. The track continues, bordered by the heath, coming to a signposted intersection.
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the sign to 'Bournda Lagoon' down the sandy track. The track is virtually fenced by the vegetation either side, and soon comes to a signposted intersection.
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk follows the sign 'Bournda Lagoon via Sandy Beach Ck' up the slight hill. The track tends right, heading through the bush to meet Sandy Beach Creek (below on the left). The track loosely follows this creek, then heads down some rocky steps to the arrow-marked bank of the creek.
Veer left: From the creek bank, this walk crosses the creek. The track follows a rocky path over a small hill, then turns right along the waterline. The walk follows track markers along the creek bank, coming to an area with a number of seats, signposted as 'Study Area 2'. The track continues past this area to closely follow the waterline (on the right of the track) to 'Study Area 1'. The track passes these seats and continues above the lagoon (on the right) to an area of rainforest vegetation, which is signposted. The track here turns left, heading up to a cliffline and following this along to a set of stairs. The walk climbs the stairs to a signposted intersection.
Continue straight: From the intersection, this walk keeps the lagoon on the right and heads in the opposite direction to the 'Walking Track' sign. The track heads across the hill to turn right, down the hill to another 'Walking Track' sign near a rock shelf.
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Int. Bournda Lagoon Lookout and Bournda Lagoon Trks
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Bournda Lagoon Lookout
Optional sidetrip: Track: Moderate - bushtrack |
Length = 30 m |
Time = 1 mins |
| Climb = 0 m |
Descent = -1 m |
Turn right: From the intersection, this walk follows the sign to the lookout. The track winds through the trees, up onto a rocky platform overlooking the lagoon and beach.
(Retrace your steps back to the main track, then continue straight to continue along this walk.)
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Bournda Lagoon Lookout
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Alt = 11 m |
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Bournda Lagoon lookout is a small unfenced rock platform perched above Bournda Lagoon, in Bournda National Park. The views to the south, over the lake, reveal how close the lagoon is to the beach. The angle of the lookout onto the water gives a look through the water to the bottom of the lagoon.
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Int. Bournda Lagoon Lookout and Bournda Lagoon Trks
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Int. Bournda Lagoon Car park and Bournda Lagoon Trks
Track: Hard - bushtrack |
Length = 233 m |
Time = 5 mins |
| Climb = 5 m |
Descent = -8 m |
Turn left: From the intersection, this walk heads down the hill, keeping the lagoon on the right of the track. The track heads down to wind along the flatter shoreline of the lagoon, coming to a signposted intersection with stairs on the left.
Veer right: From the intersection, the walk heads up the hill away from the lagoon, soon turning left. The track follows the shore of the lagoon (below on the left) to a signposted intersection.
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Bournda Lagoon
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Alt = 5 m |
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Bournda Lagoon has formed behind Bournda Beach, between Tathra and Merimbula in Bournda National Park. The lagoon is deep enough for swimming and is a popular spot for a freshwater swim. The lagoon is fed by Sandy Beach Creek, which has been silted up at the southernmost end of Bournda Beach. The lagoon supports a variety of environments, including a rainforest, on its shores. However, the lagoon is subject to environmental issues such as algal blooms. The lagoon can be accessed by bush track from Bournda Lagoon car park, at the end of Bournda Rd. More info
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Bournda Lagoon
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Bournda Lagoon Car Park
Track: Moderate - bushtrack |
Length = 143 m |
Time = 2 mins |
| Climb = 3 m |
Descent = 0 m |
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Turn left: From the lagoon, the walk heads away from the lagoon up the wooden stairs on the bushy hill. The track continues past a toilet block (on your right) and then a gate into the car park.
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Bournda Beach picnic area
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Alt = 13 m |
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Bournda Beach picnic area is found next to Bournda Lagoon car park, in Bournda National Park. The picnic area is shaded by the trees behind Bournda Beach, which is between Tathra and Merimbula. The picnic area has modest facilities with a few picnic tables, BBQ pit and a toilet nearby. The picnic area is a great place to eat lunch before heading down to Bournda Beach or Lagoon, which are only a stroll away through the bush.
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Plan your trip to the start of the walk and back from the end of the walk
Public Transport links currently not working, sorry
Driving Directions |
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Campsites in the park Hobart Beach campgroundNearest know Outdoor Stores near the start of this walk
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| Camping Plus | 6 Alice St , Merimbula | (02) 6495 2571 | 6.9 km | Gas Connection The | Arthur Kaine Drv, Pambula | (02) 6495 7121 | 11.5 km | Barbeques Galore (Bega) | 274 Carp St , Bega | (02) 6492 4054 | 19.2 km | Camping Outdoors Centre | 43 Vulcan St , Moruya | (02) 4474 3081 | 103.3 km | Gone Fishin | Cnr Ford & Queen Sts, Moruya | (02) 4474 4381 | 103.1 km |
A list of the nearest UHF CB repeaters I found to North Tura Beach to Bournda Lagoon.
Fire DangerThis walk passes Far South Coast fire area which currently has a LOW MODERATE rating and No fire ban in place. (Tomorrow the Fire Danger Rating is LOW MODERATE, No fire ban.) (Downloaded 7 years ago) Please Note: Each park may have its own fire ban, this rating is only valid for today and is based on information from the RFS Please check the RFS Website for more information. Weather and ClimateWeather and Climate summary detailed weather and climate information here | | °C (feels like °) | | km/h from the | | % humidity (as at ) |
| Wed | 24° | Possible late shower. | | | Thu | 14°|22° | Possible shower. | | | Fri | 15°|26° | Possible shower. | | | Sat | 11°|21° | Partly cloudy. | |
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 Bournda National Park Link to official closures and fire bans pageRegion: South Coast & Highlands Park fees Camping Facilities I am not aware of any closures in this park at the moment. |
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