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Over two leisurely days, Explorers Mattie and Jon trekked over bushy headlands and across calm, quiet beaches while deepening their understanding of Yuin Country on the Munjip Trail.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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We Are Explorers acknowledges that this adventure is located on the traditional Country of the Yuin people who have occupied and cared for the lands, waters, and their inhabitants for thousands of years. We pay our respects to them as the Traditional Custodians and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Quick Overview<\/h2>\n

The Munjip Trail is a new 15km coastal headland walk in Eurobodalla<\/a>, on the beautiful NSW South Coast. It\u2019s a Grade 3 hike that can be completed in around five hours.<\/p>\n

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Quick Facts<\/h2>\n

Distance:<\/strong> 15km (18km if you include every lookout)
\nDuration:<\/strong> 5 hours
\nElevation gain:<\/strong> 646m
\nNearest town:<\/strong> Batemans Bay
\nMap:<\/strong> Alpaca Munjip Trail<\/a><\/p>\n

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About the Munjip Trail<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s no better way to connect with an area than by walking through it, and this is particularly true for visitors to the Munjip Trail on the NSW South Coast. Munjip means \u2018walking together, let\u2019s go\u2019 in the local Dhurga language.<\/p>\n

While the trail traverses many stunning beaches and headlands, bushland and rock platforms, it also offers up artwork and stories from the Walbunja People, members of the oldest continuing culture in the world. At 15km long, the Munjip Trail could be walked (or trail run) in half a day, but if you really want to connect with the area, stop for a swim and read all the stories, I recommend taking much longer.<\/p>\n

Read more: <\/strong>Remember to leave no trace<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

History of the Munjip Trail<\/h2>\n

The Munjip Trail, scheduled to open in late May, has been in the works since 2010. Starting just south of Batemans Bay, in Batehaven, it continues along the coastline to McKenzies Beach. Throughout the trail, walkers can read and hear stories from the Walbunja People, learning about the art, culture, and history of the people and region. There\u2019s a plethora of interpretive signage, audio posts, murals, and timber message poles to learn from along the way.<\/p>\n

How to Get to the Munjip Trail<\/h2>\n

By Car<\/h3>\n

The trailhead at Batehaven is between 2-2.5 hours from Canberra and is an easy drive along the Kings Highway. Once you reach Batemans Bay, turn onto Beach Road, and it\u2019s only a couple of kilometres to the car park and trailhead at Observation Point. From Sydney, the journey is between 3.5-5 hours and you can choose to take the coastal route along the Princes Highway (M1), or journey inland via Goulburn and Braidwood, joining up with the Kings Highway and the Canberra route.<\/p>\n

We opted to do a car shuttle, driving to McKenzies Beach and leaving a car there while hiking. You could also grab an Uber\/taxi back to the start, hike back, or catch a bus (make sure to check the schedule first).<\/p>\n

Where to Stay Near the Munjip Trail<\/h2>\n

When hiking the Munjip Trail, the closest options to the trailhead in Batehaven are the NRMA Batemans Bay Holiday Resort and the Clyde View Holiday Park. Both offer a range of accommodation options, from villas to powered camping sites.<\/p>\n

Skill Level<\/h2>\n

Beginner\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Munjip Trail is rated as a Grade 3 trail, so it\u2019s suitable for most ages and abilities, and I reckon that\u2019s a pretty fair rating. However, there are some steeper and rougher sections of the track and areas where the trail is close to cliff edges, meaning some bushwalking experience and care come in handy. There are also sections with steep staircases. The trailhead at Observation Point has a wheelchair accessible viewing platform.<\/p>\n

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Essential Gear for Walking the Munjip Trail<\/h2>\n

Assuming you\u2019re walking the Munjip Trail in a day and not carrying camping gear, the following gear list should see you comfortably through your walk. There are several opportunities to visit cafes along the route and several water bottle refill stations.<\/p>\n