On the south side of Big Hill the coast curves to the south for 3 km to Point Plomer, with two beaches in between (Fig. 4.83). The first (NSW 156N) occupies a 350 m strip between the hill and a sandy foreland formed in lee of a small rock reef. The Plomer Road runs behind the beach and dune, with a few car spaces and beach access at either end. The beach receives slight protection from the reef, however a central beach rip dominates the surf, resulting in hazardous swimming conditions. The northern end is popular during summer northeasterlies, when it is sheltered by the 100 m high hill. The main beach (NSW 156), known as Barriers Bay in the north and Point Plomer in the south, continues to the south for 3 km curving round in lee of Point Plomer to face north (Fig. 4.84). Much of the beach is well-exposed and has a rip-dominated double bar system. In the south it is sheltered by the point, with rips diminishing and a continuous bar along the beach. In the southern corner is a boulder beach and reefs with a permanent rip lying just north of the reef. The southern corner is backed by the Point Plomer camping area, a very popular spot during the holidays. Three is also a boat ramp and a few fishing shacks that predate the reserve, and attest to the long use of this beach for fishing. The point and adjoining Queens Head consist of 20-30 m high, steeply dipping sedimentary rocks, which have been eroded to form steep slopes and gullies. read more

Beach Length: 3km