Cullendulla Creek meets the sea beside Snapper Island in Batemans Bay, offering a sheltered family-friendly snorkeling spot where the calm, shallow waters of the creek mouth transition into the clear ocean shallows around the island. Paddle or wade out from Surfside Beach, past rocky reef ledges and seaweed beds teeming with small fish and crustaceans. The adjacent Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve protects this estuarine shoreline, making it a peaceful, scenic paddle-and-snorkel destination for beginners and families exploring the Batemans Marine Park.
Cullendulla Creek & Snapper Island
BeginnerMAYBE
MAYBE
Fair. Experienced snorkellers only.
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Low risk: Boat traffic in channel
The paddle route from Surfside Beach around the point to Snapper Island crosses a channel used by local vessels; keep a lookout.
Low risk: Outgoing tide current
The creek outflow can create moderate currents at the entrance when the tide is ebbing, especially after heavy rain.
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Shore entry
Entry
From Batemans Bay, head south on the Princes Highway and turn into Surfside. Launch from Surfside Beach. Paddle or walk around the point to reach Snapper Island and the creek mouth — about 1.5 km one way.
Parking & facilities
Street parking available along Surfside Avenue near the beach.
parking
No fees; free public access.
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