Shoalhaven Heads is situated at the mouth of the Shoalhaven River and at the southern end of Seven Mile Beach. With both beach and river frontage it is a popular spot for surfing and fishing. Shoalhaven Heads is a great base to explore the Seven Mile Beach National Park, with its abundant birdlife or take a relaxing walk along the beach.

It is a short drive to two of the Shoalhaven's longest established wineries Coolangatta Estate Winery & The Silos. Both of these wineries have excellent restaurants for lunch or dinner.

There is a small shopping centre for most needs.