Potato Point – Snorkelling, the Sea and the Coastal Track

Potato Point offers travellers different ways to shape their stay: water activities and a longer hike. While snorkelling, you may encounter several types of marine life; surfing is also one of the activities available in the area. The “Dalmeny to Potato Point via Lake Brou” track, on the other hand, has a specified time and distance requirement. These differences can help you plan whether to prioritise time by the water or a several-hour outing.

Snorkelling and other water activities

While snorkelling in Potato Point, you may encounter schools of kingfish or salmon. Possible sightings also include wobbegongs, Port Jackson sharks and stingrays. These animals make snorkelling appealing to travellers interested in marine life; however, individual sightings are not guaranteed. Plan for these encounters as a possibility, not as a fixed part of your itinerary.

On the northern side of the Point, facing Potato Point Beach, there is a concrete ramp. It provides a good entry and exit point for the water and a clear landmark for accessing it. Water conditions can change, so check them before planning time in the water. Surfing is also one of the activities in Potato Point. If you are considering both activities, keep in mind that they appeal to different interests in the water and that local conditions can change.

The long track to Potato Point

The long, unspoilt beach track “Dalmeny to Potato Point via Lake Brou” continues from Jemisons Point to Potato Point. The return route is listed as 14 km. It takes 4–5 hours and is rated moderate. This makes the track a separate, several-hour activity rather than a short addition to something by the water.

The time estimate covers the entire return route. If you plan to take the track, set aside several hours and allow for the possibility that trail conditions may change. Check the trail’s condition before setting out. The distance and difficulty rating provide different kinds of guidance: the kilometres describe the route, while “moderate” is the trail’s difficulty rating. Together, these details make it easier to plan your day.

Park access and your stay

Potato Point Road provides access to the Potato Point area of Eurobodalla National Park. Mountain biking on the park’s trails is an outdoor activity associated with Potato Point’s natural surroundings. The road and the park trails are different planning considerations: the road provides access to the named area of the park, while mountain biking takes place on trails in Eurobodalla National Park.

Beachcomber Holiday Park is located right by the sea in Potato Point.

When planning a hotel stay in Potato Point, it helps to weigh up time by the water against the set time needed for the hike. If the hike is part of your plans, set aside several hours of your day for it. If you are more interested in snorkelling or surfing, possible marine life sightings and changing water conditions may play a greater role in your day’s plans.

Discover more destinations: Moruya, Long Beach, Narooma, Mossy Point, Dalmeny, Kianga, Batemans Bay, Broulee

For the broader travel overview: Eurobodalla Shire Council.