Paddle 12 kilometres west of Moruya up to the bridge on Araluen Road by launching from the Moruya town boat ramp on the east side of Moruya Bridge.
The river winds through farming land and forest. Above the Araluen Road the course may become shallow. A short side trip up Womban Creek at high tide is interesting.
Further up, the main river changes its name to the Deua River and winds through the Deua River Valley. Access to the upper reaches of the river is dependent on water level and there are many obstructions, so checking maps and conditions is recommended.
Really spectacular scenery even without a sighting of seals or whales. Worth a trip to see.
Ian A
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Lovely scene to experience in Moruya. We visited the headland during the day following large ocean swells. It was nice watching the waves break in over the headland during the Easter 2025 holiday period.
The coastal drive into the Shelly beach area is vivid with natural coastal estuarine beauty, as you meander along the river towards the coast. Lots of great potential fishing areas or places to stop off for a moment, or an afternoon, along the way on the river from Moruya town centre to the south head.
Dustin GP
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If you enjoy a quiet but mesmerising, elevated lookout with a wide view towards the endless ocean horizon with parts of the coast far away visible to the left and right, this lookout is the right choice!
The small cemetery in the center and the sitting table next to it makes the experience both more unique and more meaningful ⛰️🔭🐋🌟
SOLOSAN
Google review
Stop at lookout and then down to the beach for a dip or a walk. Beautiful and easy parking and walk
David Vagg
Google review
A great area to get a look at the coast and river inlet. We saw dolphins and a seal near the rocks and I expect you could see whales at the right time of year. Ample parking and great walking tracks are available around the headlands. Well worth the visit.