Beaches

Skippered Yacht Charters & Overnight Escapes Discover the magic of Pittwater aboard a private French yacht, whether for a few hours or a relaxing overnight stay. A fully-qualified host will skipper... the boat, allowing you to simply sit back and enjoy every moment. Explore the stunning bays and beaches of Pittwater, and if you’re feeling adventurous, our skipper can guide you through the sails—or take care of it all for you. Experience Highlights: Bask in 360° waterfront views of Pittwater while sipping your favourite bubbly. Swim in the crystal-clear waters at a secluded beach. Enjoy the ultimate relaxation, watching the world drift by with a drink in hand. Set the stage for romance with a breathtaking sunset over Kur-ring-gai Chase National Park, where the skies light up in hues of blue, orange, and red. Personalise Your Experience: BYO food and drinks, or let us cater for you with an array of platters, including seafood, cold meats, vegetarian, and cheese & antipasto options. Add fresh oysters, premium champagne (Veuve Clicquot, Bollinger, Moet & Chandon, Janz), or a beautiful bouquet of flowers for an extra touch of luxury. Enhance Your Getaway: Stay locally with Beach Stays at a variety of holiday homes across the Northern Beaches. Fly in by seaplane—we’ll be ready to meet you when you land.

Whale Beach is said to be named following a whale beaching here. It’s a 600m stretch of beach and tends to be a lot less busy than Palm Beach, although it can still draw a crowd in the peak of summer. Facilities: ... Disabled toilets Picnic area Playground Public toilets Rockpool Showers

Station Beach has to be one of the prettiest places on the Peninsula. It’s also known as Barrenjoey Beach, extending between the northern side of Observation Point and Barrenjoey Head. The Palm Beach... Golf Course runs alongside the beach. It runs for 1.5km and from here you can access the popular café ‘The Boathouse’, and if you walk to the northern end, you will find the track to the lighthouse. This beach is not patrolled. It has calm waters and is ideal for lazing about or playing with kids. Facilities: Barbeques Picnic area Public toilets

Seen as the jewel in the crown, this is Sydney’s northernmost beach at the end of the northern beaches Peninsula. As well as its palms, it is famous as being home to the fictional ‘Summer Bay’ –... the beach featured in the popular TV series Home and Away. Facilities: Disabled toilets Pay and display parking Picnic area Public toilets Rock pool Showers

At the east-facing northern end of Palm Beach, there’s a 600m stretch of coastland with a dramatic rock cliff as a backdrop, on which Barrenjoey Lighthouse sits. This end of the beach also features sand... dunes with natural vegetation. Facilities: Barbeques Disabled toilets Electric BBQ Picnic area Playground Public toilets Rock pool Showers Surf lifesaving club

North Avalon, also referred to as ‘Little Av or LA’ by locals, breaks along the north headland and a nearby sandbank, attracting lots of surfers. Facilities: Disabled toilets Parking Public... toilets Showers

Great Mackerel Beach is located on the western foreshore of Pittwater and is accessed by a ferry service from Palm Beach. You’ll feel like you’ve escaped to another world here. As well as the calm... beach side, there’s a lagoon section where kids can wade (under supervision). There are no shops here so you need to bring all your own supplies.

This calm bay on the Pittwater side of the Peninsula is accessed off Delecta Avenue and is a popular place for families and couples – lunch picnics or to watch the sunset over the still waters of Pittwater.... Parking is limited so plan ahead. Facilities: Barbeques Disabled toilets Parking Picnic area Picnic tables Public toilets Showers Viewing platform

Tucked away in a tropical enclave, Bilgola Beach is somewhat off the beaten track, accessed by a road known as the Bilgola Serpentine. This surf beach is 500m long and faces south east. Parking is limited.... There is a café here but no other shops. Facilities: Canteen Disabled toilets Public toilets Rockpool Showers

Avalon (or ‘Av’ as it’s known to locals) is a surf beach that spans 500m, with a south east aspect. The beach is bordered by 60m high sandstone cliff rock platforms. It’s just a short stroll from... the beach into the Avalon village. Facilities: Picnic area Playground Public toilets Rockpool Showers Surf lifesaving club