Modern restaurants, a great golf course, friendly clubs and shopping temptations abound. Chains of beautiful beaches and National Parks surround ‘The Bay’. A huge variety of accommodation choices is available from resorts to houseboats, motels, tourist parks and many self-catering options. On the Clyde River’s broad estuary, Batemans Bay is the launching point for houseboat adventures along the river’s 38 navigable kilometres. The beaches are popular with everyone from the youngest of families to surfers looking for a good challenge. Forest and coastal walks are popular, including the historic Corn Trail, Murramarang National Park, Shallow Crossing and South Durras. In spring watch for magnificent migrating whales or head out for a fishing trip. Batemans Bay offers local seafood restaurants, casual cafes, art galleries and studios. Birdland Animal Park has close encounters with native fauna and the Catalina Country Club is one of the best 27-hole golf courses in Australia.