Tucked into the rugged NSW South Coast just north of Mystery Bay near Narooma, Billy's Beach is a small, secluded gem famous for its iridescent blue rockpool hidden among the northern rock platform. Accessed via an easy 500m bush track from Mystery Bay Campground, this quiet pocket of coastline offers crystal-clear snorkelling conditions in tidal pools teeming with life. The beach sits in a picturesque indigo cove, with tiny sea caves and cliff-side windows adding to the adventure. A secret deep plunge pool, secluded from view, provides an unforgettable private swimming and snorkelling experience when conditions align at low tide.
Billy's Beach
IntermediateMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Wave Height 0.0 mSwell Period 0.0 sWind Speed 2.7 knPrecipitation 14 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Rogue waves on rock platform
Though the main rockpool is sheltered, rogue waves can wash over the rock platform at any time, especially in higher swell conditions.
Moderate risk: Difficult pool exit
The blue rockpool has steep sides with only one hidden ledge (southern side, obscured by kelp) for exiting, making it challenging to climb out.
Low risk: Slippery wet rocks
The rock platform and ledges become very slippery when wet, requiring careful footing during the rock-hop to reach the pools.
Low risk: Tide-dependent access
The rockpools are best visited 2 hours either side of low tide; at higher tides the rock platform may be partially submerged or unsafe.
Low risk: Deep water in pool
The rockpool is deceptively deep — well above head height in most spots — despite its crystal-clear appearance.
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Entry
Drive 10 minutes south of Narooma on the Princes Highway, turn left onto Mystery Bay Road and follow to Mystery Bay Campground. Park at the northern end of the campground (trailhead parking, not in camp sites). Follow the well-maintained National Parks track 500m through bushland and down wooden steps to the beach. Head left across the sand to the northern rock platform.
Parking & facilities
Small trailhead car park at the northern end of Mystery Bay Campground. Limited spaces but it's a quiet spot. Do not park in campground sites.
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No fee for day access. The campground has fees for overnight stays.
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