Clyde River National Park protects a small but handsome piece of river country between Batemans Bay and Nelligen. The practical highlight is Holmes Lookout, where you get a broad view over the river bends, forest, bridge, and bay.
It is an easy half-day outing by car. Bring a picnic, stop for the view, and use it as a reminder that Batemans Bay is more estuary town than beach resort.