Booderee
The name was chosen by the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, who have jointly managed the park with Parks Australia since 1995. You can learn more in the Visitor Information Centre as you enter the park. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and are grateful for our ability to explore such a sacred, special place. More than 100 prehistoric Aboriginal sites have been recorded on the Bherwerre Peninsula, some probably dating back to the stabilisation of the sea level about 6,000 years ago.
Head to the park to explore some of the more remote beaches of Jervis Bay or pick up a bush walk to take in an abundance of flowering plants, 200 species of birds and plentiful native wildlife. You will find well signposted, gentle walking tracks, whether you’re looking for a short stroll or a longer bush walk. Buy a pass online at parksaustralia.gov.au/booderee to avoid queues, or at the entry booths.
Scottish Rocks to Hole in the Wall. The first time we walked down to Scottish Rocks we honestly felt like we’d stepped off a plane on a tropical island. Down in the park the water is even clearer and the sand even whiter. Our favourite spot: you’ll think you’ve stepped onto a desert island.
Murrays Beach sits at the end of the main road, looking across to Bowen Island and the penguin colony, with the boat ramp and the start of the walk to Governor Head.
Green Patch, Bristol Point and Iluka mainly serve the campers at Green Patch, but they are three of the calmest beaches on the bay, with kangaroos on the grass behind.
Cave Beach is the surf beach, on the ocean side of the peninsula, with a walk down through the dunes.
Cape St George Lighthouse. As you drive through the park on Jervis Bay Rd, turn into Wreck Bay Rd and follow the signs to the ruins of the lighthouse, built in the wrong place in 1860 and later used for target practice. The views along the cliffs are spectacular.
Safety. If you intend a more remote walk, tell someone your plans. Pack plenty of water and sunscreen, wear a hat and sturdy footwear. Many dangerous spiders and venomous snakes call the park home: stick to the designated tracks, away from cliff edges, and be aware that on total fire ban days many trails close.