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BERMAGUI
Doorway to the Continental Shelf
Even before the Europeans settled here, the Dyrringany people populated this town. This port was earlier developed for dairy farmers of the area in 1830 and later developed into a fishing industry. Zane Grey, a famous American author, used to visit Bermagui to draw inspiration for his writings. He was also a fishing enthusiast who found this coastal town ripe with opportunities.
Internationally known as a great game-fishing port and with the continental shelf lying closest to it than any other coastline, Bermagui has established itself as the mega port for fishing grounds. Within easy reach (it is 90kms from Merimbula) and with the help of warm currents form the north, the reefs are alive with sea life. You'll find commercial and recreational fishing at the harbour with a fishing fleet making its home here. Facilities at the harbour include parking for trailers, weigh in gantry, boat ramps and fish cleaning tables.
If the high seas and catching a marlin isn't your thing and you prefer your feet firmly on the ground but like to toss a rod, try Camel Rock, Cuttage Beach, Haywards Beach or Moerheads Beach for tailor, salmon or flathead. Rock-fishing can be found at the ever popular Bermagui Headlands or Wallaga Lake mouth. Bermagui River and Wallaga Lake offer estuary fishing.
For the family, Horseshoe Beach is ideal for the children, visit the Blue Pool which is full of saltwater controlled by the tide. Day trips include: Wallaga Lake or Mount Dromedary for the serious walkers who would like spectacular views of the coastline from the summit. Day trips by boat can be made to Montague Island from Bermagui and approximately 7km north of Bermagui is the Montreal Goldfield, situated on the Wallaga Lake Road and the only one that extends into the sea. If you are interested in the history of the gold rush in these parts, visit the Goldfields as it will give you a truly wonderful experience. Tilba Tilba is a beautiful historic town definitely worth a day trip. Enjoy the many arts and crafts Tilba offers as well as the many eateries.
There are golf courses, bowling greens, all weather tennis and squash courts available all year round. You'll find picnic areas at locations such as Bermagui River Park, Cuttagee Lake, Michael Lerner Lookout and Camel Rock.
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