Durras North is Murramarang National Park’s largest campground and arguably its most family-friendly. The combination of ocean beach and sheltered lake access gives it something the other campgrounds in the park don’t have: calm water for kids and non-swimmers on days when the beach surf is too much.
The campground is positioned between the beach and Durras Lake, with a gentle sandy shoreline on both sides. The lake is excellent for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and relaxed swimming — flat water, no surf, shallow edges. The beach on the other side is a long, open stretch of sand that catches the morning light and is good for walking, fishing, and swimming when conditions are reasonable.
Sites are spread across several areas through the bush — some are right behind the dunes, others are further back in the trees. Powered sites are available, which is why you’ll see a good mix of tents, camper-trailers, and caravans. Gas BBQs are dotted around the campground. No fires anywhere in Murramarang.
A short cultural walk leads to the Murramarang Aboriginal Area, worth the 30 minutes to understand something of the country you’re camping in. The signage is well done without being preachy.
Durras village is 1km away but don’t count on it for supplies — it’s a small private residential community without shops. Batemans Bay is the nearest proper town at 55km. Stock up thoroughly before arriving.
A kiosk operates at the campground in peak season for basics and ice; don’t rely on it out of season. Book through NPWS. School holiday periods fill entirely; shoulder season (March–May) is when this campground shows its best self — warm water, empty beach, and the whole lake practically to yourself.