Tura Headland, Sapphire Coast, Walks, lookouts, Merimbula, Tura Beach

Dolphin Cove, Sapphire Coast, Walks, lookouts, Merimbula, Tura Beach, Sapphire Coast,

Tura Headland Walking Track

Highlights

Spectacular whale watching and ocean views in spring
Unique 350-million-year-old red Devonian rock formations
Scenic, accessible trail with elevated coastal lookouts

Overview

Tura Headland is a prominent headland on the Sapphire Coast with epic ocean views and great whale-watching during the spring. The walking track follows a scenic 1.8-kilometre return trail through…

Tura Headland is a prominent headland on the Sapphire Coast with epic ocean views and great whale-watching during the spring.

The walking track follows a scenic 1.8-kilometre return trail through Melaleuca archways, leading to three new elevated viewing platforms and a final rocky lookout point. Enjoy the views of Short Point in the south and Bournda Island in the north.

Tura Headland is home to a number of threatened species including long-nosed potoroos and eastern pygmy possums.

Take a walk to Dolphin Cove on the northern side of the headland, popular for swimming, snorkelling and long beach walks.

The vibrant red Devonian rock of Tura Headland is a significant geological feature of the Sapphire Coast. The rock is approximately 350 million years old and marks a significant evolution in life. It is representative of the world's first forests, which caused a leap in oxygen levels, producing rust-coloured iron oxide that stained the sediments of ancient riverbeds.

The path is suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them.

Access via Headland Drive.