List of Bushwalks in Edrom

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Twofold Bay Lookout via Boyds Tower

Twofold Bay Lookout via Boyds Tower

750 m return

15 min to 20 min

This walk is a fantastic way to see some of Ben Boyd National Park's heritage and spectacular coastline. The walk passes the iconic sandstone Boyds Tower and continues on to the wide views from the lookout over Twofold Bay. The side trip to Red Point lookout is well worth it to see the dramatic rock folds that are found along the coast of the national park. Note that the side trip has as very steep set of steps. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Saltwater Beach to Red Cliffs

Saltwater Beach to Red Cliffs

3.3 km return

1 h to 1 h 30 min

This walk starts from Saltwater Creek camping area and heads north around the bay to the red cliffs. The walk gives an opportunity to explore the end of Saltwater Creek, the beach and the varied bushland on it's journey to the bald rock platform. From the rock platform, there are awesome views and sounds of the sea smashing against the red cliffs below. It is worth spending some time exploring the rocks, being careful to stay clear of the edge. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Boyds Tower to Red Sands Bay

Boyds Tower to Red Sands Bay

4.8 km return

1 h 45 min to 2 h

Starting near Boyds Tower, this walk follows the Light to Light walk to a bay with a fine red gravel beach. The walk passes scenic views of Boyds Tower, through the scrub, as it continues past awesome examples of geological rock folding in the cliffs of the bays. Red Sands Bay itself is something quite different with its large grain red sand/gravel mixed with smooth round white pebbles and other rocks. The contrast in colours with the ocean and a blue sky is quite something. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Saltwater Creek Campsite to Mowarry Point

Saltwater Creek Campsite to Mowarry Point

8.4 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

This walk is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon out from Saltwater Creek camping area. The walk passes the red cliffs that create a dramatic contrast against the intense blue of the sea and green of the heath. The walk also passes through a bay with a large red rock platform which is a great place for exploring the rock pools and shallows. Mowarry Point provides scenic views north up the coast. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Saltwater Creek to Mowarry Point

Saltwater Creek to Mowarry Point

8.4 km return

2 h 45 min to 3 h

This walk starts from the Saltwater Creek camping area, passing through some varied vegetation groups on its way to Mowarry Point Lookout. The walk passes the great view from the red cliffs before heading into a red platform bay, with an opportunity to see the rock formations up close. This great walk has a variety of stunning scenic views. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Mowarry Bay to Red Cliffs

Mowarry Bay to Red Cliffs

8.8 km return

3 h to 3 h 30 min

The walk from Mowarry Point to Red Cliffs is an interesting trip through quite a few distinct vegetation types, with a few money shots of the coast line. The grass, heaths, and melaleuca along the way break up the walk to Red Cliffs, which are absolutely stunning. Spend time at the Red Cliffs to see all the different rock formations and inlets that have been created by erosion. Be mindful to keep a safe distance from the edge. The road to the start of this walk is 4wd track only. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Boyds Tower to Leather Jacket Bay

Boyds Tower to Leather Jacket Bay

9.2 km return

3 h to 3 h 30 min

Leather Jacket Bay is a rocky and wonderful bay. The walk through Ben Boyd National Park starts at Boyds Tower car park and passes through Red Sands bay with its stunning contrast of colour. The walk not only passes some beautiful coast line to Leather Jacket Bay but some superb examples of geological processes with rock folding and banding. There is a small clearing at Leather Jacket bay with some shade, making it a nice place for lunch before heading back. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek

Boyds Tower to Saltwater Creek

13.3 km oneway

4 h 30 min to 5 h

This is the first of the three main sections that form the Light to Light walk. You can start the walk with an optional sidetrip to the historic and interesting Boyds Tower. From here, the walk starts its southward journey to Saltwater Creek. The walk explores a number of picturesque bays with bright red rocks and imposing sea cliffs. Leather Jacket Bay, about halfway along, makes a nice place to relax, with beaches, bays and headlands to explore. The last half of this walk includes a few open grassland sections, providing some panoramic views. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Boyds Tower to Mowarry Point Lookout

Boyds Tower to Mowarry Point Lookout

18 km return

6 h to 7 h

This longer day walk starts near Boyds Tower and heads to Mowarry Point, meandering down the coast of Ben Boyd National Park. On the way there are plenty of picturesque coastline views, with the stark red rock forming a great contrast. Views of Boyds Tower and of the coastal rocks are common along the walk as it passes through Red Sands and Leather Jacket bays. Approaching Mowarry Point is an open grass land giving a perspective of how far you have walked (and need to walk back) from Boyds tower car park. A great way of exploring the first stage of the famous Light to Light walk in a day. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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This classic walk explores the coast from Boyd Tower to the Green Cape Lighthouse in the south, with optional overnight stops at the well established Saltwater Creek and Bittangabee Bay campsites (bookings required). You may choose one campsite and make the walk in 2 days, stay at both and spread the journey to 3 days or even push it and try to fit it in one day. The walk explores many of the scenic and historic highlights of Ben Boyd National Park. It is worth taking the time to enjoy the many bays and vantage points along the way. A great walk. Let us begin by acknowledging the Yuin people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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Light to Light Walk

30.6 km oneway

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

12 h, 2 days to 3 days

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