The Moruya River is a coastal estuary flowing through the town of Moruya on the New South Wales South Coast before meeting the Tasman Sea. For paddlers, the primary access point is the public boat ramp on the east side of the Moruya Bridge, managed by Eurobodalla Shire Council. Another key facility is Preddys Wharf, a public boat ramp and marine facility on the river. The estuary is popular for kayaking, boating, and swimming. A well-defined route, the Moruya Kayaking Trail - West, begins at the town boat ramp and extends 12 kilometres westward up to the bridge on Araluen Road. This scenic paddle winds through farmland and forest, leading toward the Deua River Valley. The river above the Araluen Road bridge can become shallow, and access to the upper reaches, where the river becomes the Deua River, is dependent on water level and may have obstructions. A notable side trip is a short exploration up Womban Creek, which is only possible at high tide. The overall character is tranquil, with gentle bank gradients providing easy launch spots. Paddlers should be mindful of other boat traffic given the presence of formal boat ramps and the waterway's popularity for motorized boating. Checking local conditions and maps is recommended, especially for journeys beyond the main trail.