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Paddling paradise

The waters of the Shoalhaven are paddling heaven with its extensive network of rivers, estuaries, lakes and beaches. The world is a gentler place when viewed from a kayak skimming over some of the cleanest water on the planet and exploring nature’s best-kept secrets. With over 100 beaches, 170km of coastline and a myriad of extensive waterways, the Shoalhaven is one of the most spectacular paddling locations in the world.

The white sands and crystal clear water of Jervis Bay, make paddling a dream. Head south towards Booderee or north toward Callala and Currambene Creek and keep an eye out for dolphins and whales. For those who want a more epic adventure, the sea cliffs of point perpendicular are a wild ride on a kayak but offer some pretty incredible sheet cliffs and caves to explore. And the canoeing capital of Australia offers a lazy few hours paddling near town or epic multi day camping adventures with super easy hire and guided options. Paddle away from civilisation through beautiful escarpments and unspoilt wilderness.

The SHoalhaven: The Paddler's COast

The Shoalhaven has more to offer paddlers than just the Canoeing Capital of Australia. It's a world class paddling paradise for paddlers of all persuasions.

The waters of the Shoalhaven are paddling heaven with an extensive network of rivers, estuaries, lakes and beaches. The world is a better place when you are skimming over some of the cleanest water on the planet and exploring nature’s best-kept secrets. With over 100 beaches, 170km of coastline and a myriad of waterways, you’re sure to find your own favourite spot.

The Shoalhaven has some of the most spectacular paddling locations in the world. Jervis Bay and Point Perpendicular. Booderee, Callala and Currambene Creek. The Kangaroo Rive and, Shoalhaven River. And of course the incredible Pacific Ocean.

The Gangagruwan, Kangaroo Valley: The home of The F.O.C.K.

Australia's most scenic flatwater paddling venue and the Canoeing Capital of Australia. Just over 2 hours from Sydney and Canberra.

Gangagruwan. Always was, always will be.

Gangagruwan is the original name of the Kangaroo Valley for the Wodi Wodi of the Dharawal people. The surrounding country contain sites of great importance to Aboriginal people.

Canoeing capital of Australia

The Gangagruwan, Kangaroo Valley is Australia’s most scenic flatwater paddling venue. With a huge array of campsites and numerous arms of the Kangaroo River, Upper Shoalhaven River, Lake Yarrunga, and numerous small creeks to explore - a lifetime of paddling exploration can be done. Not to mention the white water play options in the Upper Kangaroo River and Lower Shoalhaven!

Nature playground

Canoeing and kayaking of course. But also amazing hikes, camping, mountain biking, pump track, hiking, camping, birdwatching, fishing, and more!

Wilderness

The venue is the gateway to the Morton National Park and Ettrema Wilderness. Two hundred thousand hectares of National Park which extends into other parks almost uninterrupted to the Victorian Border. A range of camping, and tracked and untracked adventures in this spectacular conservation area.

Heritage

Aside from the natural wonders, the Gangagruwan, Kangaroo Valley has well-preserved architecture dating back to the 1800s and 1900s. The heritage-listed Hampden Bridge - Australia’s very first suspension bridge dating to 1898 - is also the "gateway to canoeing" in the valley.

Waterfalls

Fitzroy Falls, Bellmore Falls, Carrington Falls. Three mind bogglingly beautiful vistas. Check them out.

Wildlife

It's a who's who roll call of Australian Wildlife! Wombats, wallabies, echidnas, kangaroos, Wedge-tailed Eagles, lyrebirds, honeyeaters, parrots and cockatoos, (216 bird species all up!), bandicoots, possums, dingoes, snakes, monitors (goannas), water dragons and of course platypus!

Getting here

We strongly recommend that you check for any local road closures before planning your trip to the Gangagruwan, Kangaroo Valley. Please check livetraffic.com for up to date information.

You can also use these handy maps!

[The Gangagruwan, Kangaroo Valley]