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Mogo State Forest
Visitor attractions and facilities
Visitor attractions
Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Gardens
A herbarium, display garden, picnic ground, barbecues, walking tracks and visitor centre can be found in these botanic gardens, located 5 km south of Batemans Bay on the Princes Highway.
The gardens are managed by Eurobodalla Shire on 42 hectares of Mogo State Forest and feature gardens crafted from native plants from the Clyde, Deua and Tuross River catchments.
The large herbarium contains 8,000 specimens of flora and 500 samples of fungi. The Forestry Children's Walk is not to be missed.
Mountain biking in Mogo State Forest
Developed by Eurobodalla Council under a Forest Permit with Forestry Corporation of NSW, Mogo Trails are managed by Rocky Trail Destination, while Batemans Bay Mountain Bike Club assists with volunteer maintenance days.
Find out moreRound Hill Lookout
Just off the Princes Highway south of Batemans Bay township, this lookout offers great views over the coast.
Forest notices and closures
Avoid disappointment and check for current closures and notices before setting out.
Visit sustainably
Leave only footprints, take only memories. Find out how to minimise the impact of your visit.
Staying safe
The most important part of your trip is arriving home safely. Make sure you read our information on forest tips and staying safe.
Authorised hunting
Some State forests are declared for authorised hunting. Find out more about authorised hunting in State forests, including licensing and applying for permits.
Pesticide use
This area is designated as ‘high public usage’ under Forestry Corporation of NSW’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan [PDF 3.83 MB].
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