The famous "kangaroo beach" — eastern greys graze the grass behind the sand and occasionally hop through the shallows at this South Coast classic.
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Pebbly Beach is the beach from the postcards where kangaroos lounge on the sand — and unlike most postcard promises, this one delivers daily. A resident mob of eastern greys grazes the grassy flat behind the beach in Murramarang National Park, entirely unbothered by the campers, surfers and photographers sharing their patch.
Roos, swims and walks
Early morning and late afternoon are kangaroo rush hour — keep a respectful distance and never feed them. The beach itself offers a gentle swimming corner at the northern end and a surfable break beyond. Walkers can climb Durras Mountain or link along the coast to Pretty and Depot Beaches, both with their own roo populations and rainforest-to-sand scenery.
Staying over
The NPWS campground and cabins sit right behind the beach — waking to kangaroos outside the tent is the full Pebbly experience, and summer books out months ahead. It’s 3.5 hours from Sydney, 30 minutes from Batemans Bay, and an essential stop on any South Coast road trip. More secret beaches and national parks line this coast.
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Facilities
NPWS campground, cabins, toilets, picnic areas behind the beach
Photography Tips
Low-angle shots at dawn put roos, sand and headland in one frame; a 70–200 mm keeps respectful distance while filling the frame.
Insider Tips
Never feed the kangaroos — it harms them and draws aggression. Book the campground months ahead for summer and school holidays.
Getting There
Signposted off Mount Agony Road from the Princes Highway (partly unsealed, 2WD fine), 30 minutes north of Batemans Bay. Park fee applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there really kangaroos on Pebbly Beach?
Yes — a resident mob of eastern greys grazes the grass behind the sand daily, most reliably at dawn and late afternoon.
Can you feed the kangaroos at Pebbly Beach?
No — feeding harms their health and creates aggressive behaviour; watch from a few metres and keep food packed away.
Can you camp at Pebbly Beach?
Yes, the NPWS campground and cabins sit right behind the beach — book well ahead for summer via NSW National Parks.
Do you need a 4WD to reach Pebbly Beach?
No — the access road off the highway is partly gravel but fine for 2WD in normal conditions.
