Looking for the right beach on the Central Coast?
The region has more than 40 beaches. They stretch from Lake Munmorah in the north to Killcare in the south.
Choose a patrolled surf beach, a calm family bay or a quiet walk-in beach. Browse the beaches below by location and type.
Northern Beaches
Central Beaches
Blue Bay
Blue Bay · Calm waters, popular
Shelly Beach
Shelly Beach · Surf beach, scenic
Terrigal Beach
Terrigal · Calm water, sheltered
Terrigal Haven
Terrigal · Calm water, sheltered
Avoca Beach
Avoca Beach · Patrolled, surf beach
Copacabana Beach
Copacabana · Patrolled, spacious beach
Macmasters Beach
Macmasters Beach · Surf beach, relaxed vibe
Wamberal Beach
Wamberal · Surf and swimming
Bateau Bay
Bateau Bay · Calm bay, sheltered
North Avoca Beach
Surf beach, rock pools, quieter spot
Toowoon Bay
Toowoon Bay · Family favourite, sheltered
Forresters Beach
Forresters Beach · Surf, quieter spot
Southern Beaches
Ettalong Beach
Ettalong · Calm waters, family-friendly
Patonga Beach
Patonga · Calm water, village beach
Umina Beach
Umina · Patrolled, family-friendly
Pearl Beach
Pearl Beach · Sheltered, calm bay
Little Beach
Bouddi NP · Calm bay, sheltered
Killcare Beach
Killcare · Patrolled, surf beach
Tallow Beach
Bouddi NP · Surf beach, unpatrolled
Maitland Bay
Bouddi NP · Secluded, walk-in beach
Putty Beach
Bouddi NP · Calm, camping nearby
Lobster Beach
Bouddi NP · Calm, secluded
The Central Coast has more than 40 beaches. They stretch from Lake Munmorah in the north to Killcare in the south.
Some beaches are known for surfing. Others are better for families, swimming or long walks along the sand.
Popular beaches include Terrigal Beach, Avoca Beach and Soldiers Beach. These beaches are easy to reach and have nearby cafés, parks and facilities.
If you prefer somewhere quieter, try places like Pearl Beach, Maitland Bay or Putty Beach. These beaches feel more secluded and often attract fewer visitors.
The beaches above are grouped by location to help you find somewhere nearby.
