The Bega River is a tidal estuary system on the Sapphire Coast, offering a protected paddling environment through lagoons, bushland, and farmland. The river meets the sea at Mogareeka, north of Tathra. Two primary public access points serve paddlers. The Mogareeka Boat Ramp, located at Ray Whyman Reserve off the Tathra-Bermagui Road, provides a two-lane concrete ramp with a concrete pontoon, vehicle and trailer parking, public toilets, and a waste disposal bin. This is a key launch site for tours and independent paddlers heading into the estuary. Further upstream, the Blackfellows Lake Boat Ramp offers access via a single-lane concrete ramp with a fixed jetty and floating pontoon, parking for vehicles with trailers, and solar lighting, but no toilets. This ramp provides entry to both Blackfellows Lake and the connected Bega River.

The paddling experience is characterized by calm, sheltered waters suitable for all skill levels, with commercial tours noting easy entries and exits and no point being more than 500 meters from a safe landing site. The environment transitions from forested reeds in the lagoon areas to sand spits and riparian vegetation. Wildlife sightings commonly include egrets, azure kingfishers, and white-bellied sea eagles. The river has been the subject of ecological restoration and biodiversity surveys, indicating a revitalized natural habitat. Paddlers share the waterway with other recreational boaters and water-skiers, particularly near the Mogareeka access point. As a tidal system, paddlers must plan for tidal currents, especially near the river mouth where it meets the sea. The area is exposed to coastal winds, but the upper reaches and lagoons offer more protection. No specific regulations, seasonal restrictions, or water quality issues for paddlers are detailed in the provided information.