Batemans Marine Park on the NSW south coast extends from the most northerly point of Murramarang Beach near Bawley Point to the southern side of Wallaga Lake entrance at Murunna Point.
The marine park includes:
The park was established in April 2006 and its zones and management rules commenced in June 2007. Changes to rules regarding fishing from some ocean beaches and headlands were introduced in June 2018.
In December 2019, the NSW Government announced changes that increased recreational fishing access in sanctuary zones in 6 areas of the Batemans Marine Park. For further details, check out the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below. All other sanctuary zones within the Batemans Marine Park remain closed to fishing.
The marine park Zoning Map (PDF, 3368.99 KB), User Guide (PDF, 2029.36 KB) and the FishSmart NSW app provide information about the current zoning arrangements and management rules in the park.
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An outstanding feature of the park is the large expanses of rocky reef that support a diverse array of fish, invertebrates and algae. Rocky shores, offshore rocky reefs, kelp beds, seagrasses, mangroves, sponge gardens, sandy beaches, estuaries and open waters are key habitats.
Large aggregations of morwong, trevally and snapper are found off Montague Island, along with pelagic species such as kingfish, albacore and yellowfin tuna that follow the warmer currents.
Many of the park's highly significant coastal lakes and lagoons, which include Durras, Brunderee, Tarourga and Brou Lake, have been recommended for protection. These smaller lakes intermittently close and open to the sea, creating the unique environments predominantly found along the state's south coast.
The park lies within the country of the Yuin people, who maintain a strong connection to the area's sea country.
Batemans Marine Park offers plenty of activities and exploring. Check out what to do and see: