ADV TEAR-OUT MAP #19

HEAD SURFSIDE VIA THE WAY THE PIGEON FLIES – ULLADULLA TO BATEMANS BAY, NSW

This month we head to the beach because as the temperatures start to warm up, there’s nothing better than cooling off in the surf after a dirty ride on the trails. This route takes you from the popular New South Wales surf side town of Ulladulla across and past Pigeon Mountain and down south to the even more popular Bate mans Bay.

ULLADULLA

This sleepy seaside town is a holiday destination for many during long weekends and school holidays. Then the town comes alive and gets quite busy. You can get fuel and most supplies.

MILTON

Milton is a small town that is now a “trendy” place to go. It has many cafes and a couple of antique shops, and world famous chef, Rick Stein has his seafood restaurant at nearby Bannisters Point. Fuel is available so it’s a good idea to fill or top up here as it’s the last fuel stop before you get to Nelligen and/or Batemans Bay.

PIGEON HOUSE MOUNTAIN Pigeon House was sighted by Captain James Cook upon his journey along the eastern shores of Australia. Pigeon House has recently been renamed “Didhol” out of respect to the elders of the Yuin nation, the Aboriginal elders past and present who originated from the area Ulladulla was built upon. The traditional name of the peak, Didhol, means “woman’s breast”, from the mountain’s clear resemblance to the shape of exactly that. Well, we think so.

BROOMAN

A few shacks spread around the place, but more of a landmark to let you know you’re on the right track.

NELLIGEN

Nelligen is a village on the Clyde River. It is on the Kings Highway and while you can get fuel, it is only eight kilometres from Batemans Bay. Nelligen is good for river cruises along the Clyde, so you might like to make some time to experience this relaxing area.

BATEMANS BAY

Fishing, surfi ng and more relaxation is what you can experience at your final destination of Batemans Bay. There is a motorcycle shop, plenty of fuel and the Bay Wharf café on Clyde Street is well worth a stop for a nice feed and good coffee.

AN ALTERNATIVE WAY HOME

If you came from Sydney or just want to make your way back north, I recommend stopping into some of the beachside villages along the way. South Durras, Pebbly Beach, Merry Beach, Kioloa, Bawley Point are just some of the sleepy places where you can camp or find accommodation. All have great beaches with crystal clear water and lots of good fishing spots.