The Sapphire Coast is located halfway between Sydney and Melbourne, on the far south coast of New South Wales. It stretches from Bermagui NSW in the north to the NSW/VIC border in the south.
The Traditional owners of the area are the communities of the Yuin-Monaro Nations. From ancient times they have been inhabitants and custodians of the land, sea and waterways. Whilst the early white settler industries included fishing, whaling and pastoral activities today the region is well known for its fishing and tourism, and as the ‘humpback highway’ when every year between September and November, our waters play host to thousands of whales heading to Antarctica for the summer.
Recreational fishing
The Sapphire Coast offers an expanse of harbours, coves, estuaries and open ocean suitable for all types of fishing. Eden boasts the third-deepest harbour in the southern hemisphere and no bar to cross, which makes it a very popular fishing port.
Amateur Fishing
Local amateur fishing extends from Two Fold Bay South through to Green Cape, Disaster Bay and Biyond, North to Tathra and beyond, as well as the Continental Shelf. There is also esturine fishing in local lakes and rivers from Bega in the north, to beyond Mallacoota in the south.
Boat ramps and amenities
The Sapphire Coast has a number of boat ramps to cater for your needs, including one in Quarantine Bay, near the Clubhouse. The best ramps have multi-lane ramps with lights, cleaning tables, picnic spots and more. Please visit this map for further details.
Historic Locations
Being settled in the late 1800’s, the region has a rich supply of historic interests. The most prominent in the area is located in South Head. The Ben Boyd Tower is a relic from the early whaling days, used by whale spotters to inform the boats of sightings.