LAKES COAST VISITOR GUIDE | PAGE 107 MALLACOOTA A haven for water sports and sightseeing Nestled on the rocky shores of the Wilderness Coast, surrounded by the Croajingolong National Park, the pristine waters of the Mallacoota Inlet, and the roaring waves of the southern ocean, Mallacoota holds a special place in the hearts of many. The area's unspoilt habitats support a diverse array of bird, marine and animal life, and there are countless beach, river and bushland trails to explore. It is also a boating, fishing and surfing mecca. An excellent range of waterfront accommodation and camping is available, and there is a large caravan park set along the shore of the picturesque Wallagaraugh River. The township's main street offers a variety of stores and services for travellers, including supermarkets, cafés and food outlets, camping, fishing tackle and bait suppliers, as well as places to stock-up on gas and petrol. An angler's paradise It's no secret that Mallacoota attracts anglers looking to catch any of the many fish species inhabiting the lakes, beaches and rivers in this area. Summer is an excellent time to head out onto the vast waterways of Mallacoota and sheltered Gypsy Point, or you can just kick-off your thongs and wade among the foam of the ocean shore-breaks with your surf rod. Mallacoota's river estuary provides sheltered waters for virtually any size boat, including canoes and kayaks. Several boat ramps in and around the town make it easy to access the water. Ask local fishing and bait suppliers about the best spots, rigs and baits for your style of fishing. Many offer live baits in season. Popular baits for Inlet fishing include sand worms, prawns, mussels, crabs, pilchards and yabbies. Surf Shack Mallacoota Surf Shack Mallacoota (the sister store of Surf Shack Lakes Entrance - see the Lakes Entrance section of this Visitor Guide for more info) is jampacked with everything to do with surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, bodyboarding, wakeboarding, skateboarding, and cool summer fashion clothing and accessories. The shop has a wide array of items for lovers of surf and skate culture, including surfboards, SUP boards, bodyboards, wetsuits, rashies, PFDs, swimwear, wax, skateboards, fashion wear and accessories for women, men and kids. Surf Shack Mallacoota carries all the major surf and skate brands, including a wide range of accessories, from keyrings, watches, and sunglasses, to caps, wallets, thongs, sandals, and stacks more. Mallacoota is renowned for its beautiful unspoilt beaches. Photo: Visit Victoria Fishing – from land, boat or jetty – is a popular activity in Mallacoota. Photo: Visit Victoria Learn to surf Along with a big range of surf-related gear, Surf Shack Mallacoota is the place to book a fun group or one-on-one 'Learn to Surf' or 'Learn to SUP board' session at Mallacoota, with everything provided, including boards, wetsuits and sunscreen. The shop also offers gift vouchers for surf or SUP lessons, and store products, and it hires out surf and SUP gear, including surfboards, SUP boards, bodyboards and wetsuits. Surf Shack Mallacoota is located at 41 Maurice Ave, Mallacoota. To book a surf or SUP board lesson, or find out more about Surf Shack Mallacoota, call (03) 5158 0909 or go to surfshack.com.au Surf Shack Mallacoota has everything for the water-sports lover, including surfing and SUP board lessons. Surf Shack stocks a big range of surf and skate gear.
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