Our caravan site on Wallaga Lake is a serene spot to watch the vibrant sunset over the lake with the crackling of our campfire and banter of other travellers the only sounds around.

There are a few caravan parks in the area and we’re happy with our choice, thanks to the spectacular lake view just a few steps from our caravan. The sites are a little squeezy, and your neighbours are very close, but luckily for us we were amongst a friendly crew who are regular visitors to the park.

They made us feel very welcome when they found out we’re first time visitors, giving us tips about the area and inviting us to join in their campfire if we wanted.

Just one of the many good points about caravanning is meeting up with like-minded travellers with tips to share, thanks to people like Rob and Gary.

We are staying just a few minutes out of Bermagui, a small but vibrant town around five hours south of Sydney, known for deep sea game fishing, spectacular coastal views, surf beaches, ocean pool, and this popular lake.

Wallaga Lake is the largest lake in southern NSW and is situated below the imposing Gulaga Mountain which can be seen in every direction from the town. The lake is ideal for boating and swimming and there’s a lot of birdlife to see including a large group of pelicans. Fishers are having success when we’re there too, with tailor and salmon being caught. The region is also rich in aboriginal heritage with middens, artefacts and protected cultural sites found in the vicinity.

We had a few locations in mind to visit in the area, and started with a drive to the blue pool, an ocean pool that was enlarged in the 1930s to enable safe use of this natural saltwater swimming spot. A children’s pool was added over time as well as steps and handrails to safely reach the pool. The main pool is almost 52 metres long and 20 metres wide and is enjoyed by locals and visitors to the area.

The coastline around Bermagui has some fascinating rock formations which were on our radar to see including one named Camel Rock which is a striking formation estimated to be around 470 million years old and created by underwater avalanches. There’s a carpark nearby and on weekends especially it’s a popular surf beach.

From here you can take a walking track to the other well-known formation called Horse Head Rock. This is one of those Instagram popular shots and although it’s a bit of a hike to get to the viewing spot, it’s worth it. When the tide is out you can also get closer to it on the beach, fitness permitting. This formation is estimated to be around 500 million years old and is amongst the oldest rocks in New South Wales.  Even from an elevated position it’s easy to see how it got its name, looking like a horse taking a drink from the water and even the green growth on the rock, looks like a mane.

Back in the town of Bermagui, there are a few shops to browse, a fisherman’s wharf, the Bermagui Beach Hotel with fantastic views over Horseshoe Bay and delicious meals and you may spot a few sculptures around town too. The sculptures were part of an outdoor exhibition that’s held every autumn, with the aim of encouraging visitors to experience art in beautiful, natural areas.

In 2026 there were 86 outdoor and 146 indoor exhibits and they were all for sale during the 10 days of the exhibition. Sculpture Bermagui is held each year, and you can keep your eye on upcoming events on their social pages.

While we were in the area we also took a drive to the historic town of Tilba, which was listed as a national heritage town in 1974 to preserve its character and charm. The town was settled by Europeans during the mid-1800s and Dairy farming was the prominent industry initially, with many of the original cottages built from local eucalyptus.

The first thing you notice when you arrive are still, all the cute and colourful timber buildings with their intricate details, lining the central shopping street in town.

Walking down the street feels like a step back in time with the beautiful old fashioned style shops just made for browsing. As well as artisan and eclectic goods to buy, you can also still buy local dairy products from the Tilba Dairy shop with a range of milk, cheeses and yoghurts.

Enjoy the relaxing towns of Bermagui and Tilba.

Glenys