Lake Conjola is a coastal lake on the NSW South Coast, located between Milton and Ulladulla in the Shoalhaven region, approximately three hours south of Sydney. The lake connects to the ocean via an entrance near Green Island and Cunjurong Point, and also links northward to Berringer Lake. It is a tidal waterway with several arms, shallow sections, and deeper main channels, making navigation awareness important.

Multiple access points serve paddlers around the lake. The Norman Street boat ramp provides access for paddling northeast into Berringer Lake. The Conjola Beach boat ramp is a common starting point for longer routes. A newer two-lane boat ramp and pontoon at Havilland Street, Conjola Park, on the western reaches of the lake, offers deep-water launching for vessels of all sizes with car-trailer parking. Anglers Parade at Fishermans Paradise allows paddlers to put in and head downstream into the lake. Kayak hire is available through local operators including WOW Watersports and the Lake Conjola Post Office Store.

A key safety consideration is tidal planning. Launching on the latter part of the flood tide provides current assistance and ensures adequate depth through shallow sections. The peak ebb tide can produce strong outflows toward the ocean entrance, which paddlers should avoid. Navigation markers are present throughout the lake, but carrying a map is recommended given the number of shallow areas. The lake is also known to be infested with the invasive macroalga Caulerpa taxifolia, so paddlers should wash all gear thoroughly after use to avoid spreading it to other waterways.

A popular route runs from Conjola Beach boat ramp upstream through Conjola Creek to Fishermans Paradise, passing Adder Bay along the way. Adder Bay is considered the most kayak-friendly stop on this route. Fishermans Paradise has a concrete boat ramp that is less suited to kayaks but offers barbecues, toilets, and waste bins. The lake also connects to Berringer Lake to the northeast, extending paddling options further.

Cormorants and other waterbirds can be found on the lake. The reef break off Green Island near the lake mouth is noted as a surf spot. The lake's mild coastal climate allows year-round paddling, and the protected nature of the lake generally produces calm, flat water conditions suited to a wide range of paddler experience levels.