Beaches
The Central Coast boasts a stunning 80-kilometre coastline, dotted with 41 unique and beautiful beaches. Whether you're seeking a tranquil escape or a vibrant coastal experience, you'll find the perfect beach to suit your needs.
Beach safety and patrols
The 2025-26 beach patrol season concluded 27 April 2026 and will resume late September 2026 (date to be announced).
Although the patrol season has ended, water safety remains important year‑round. The Grant McBride Baths will remain open throughout winter and are patrolled daily by Council lifeguards from 8am to 1pm, seven days a week. Gosford Olympic Pool, Peninsula Leisure Centre and Toukley Aquatic Centre also remain a safe option for a swim.
Beach patrol and safety information
In an emergency, please call 000.
Accessible beaches
Beach wheelchair hire and beach matting is operational during the Central Coast beach patrol season, which typically runs from late September to end April. Accessible beach brochure and information.
Dog-friendly beaches
Looking to take your furry friend for a beach day? Check out our dog-friendly beaches and let them enjoy the sand and surf.
Beach pollution
For daily beach pollution forecasts, go to the NSW Government’s Beachwatch web page. Report pollution to 131 555.
Beach events and bookings
Book activities or events on Council managed beaches.
For Surf Club bookings, contact Surf Life Saving Central Coast on 4353 0299 for the contact details of your local surf club.
Beaches
The 2025-26 beach patrol season concluded 27 April 2026 and will resume late September 2026 (date to be announced).
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Avoca Beach
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Avoca NSW 2260
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Birdie Beach
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Elizabeth Bay DriveLake Munmorah NSW 2259
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Bushwalking Dog free Parking - paid Toilet facilities
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Copacabana Beach
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Del Monte PlCopacabana Beach NSW 2251
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Ettalong Beach
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The EsplanadeEttalong Beach NSW 2257
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Forresters Beach
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Kalakau AvenueForresters Beach NSW 2260
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Parking - free
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Frazer Beach
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Munmorah SCALake Munmorah NSW 2259
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Bushwalking Dog free Other Parking - paid Picnic facilities Toilet facilities
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Killcare Beach
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Beach DrKillcare Beach NSW 2257
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Lakes Beach
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Lake StreetBudgewoi NSW 2262
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MacMasters Beach
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Marine ParadeMacMasters Beach NSW 2259
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North Avoca Beach
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View StreetNorth Avoca Beach NSW 2260
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Ocean Beach
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The EsplanadeOcean Beach NSW 2260
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Patonga Beach
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Bay StreetPatonga Beach NSW 2256
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Pearl Beach
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Agate AvenuePearl Beach NSW 2256
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Shelly Beach
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Shelly Beach RoadShelly Beach NSW 2261
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Soldiers Beach
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Soldiers Point DrNorah Head NSW 2263
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Terrigal Beach
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Scenic HighwayTerrigal NSW 2260
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The Entrance Beach
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The EntranceThe Entrance NSW 2261
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The Entrance North Beach
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Hutton RoadThe Entrance North NSW 2261
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Toowoon Bay
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View StreetToowoon Bay NSW 2261
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FAQs
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From north to south, the patrolled beaches on the Central Coast are:
1. The Lakes Beach, Budgewoi
2. Soldiers Beach
3. North Entrance Beach
4. The Entrance Beach
5. Toowoon Bay Beach
6. Shelly Beach
7. Wamberal Beach
8. Terrigal Beach
9. North Avoca Beach
10. Avoca Beach
11. Copacabana Beach
12. MacMasters Beach
13. Killcare Beach
14. Ocean Beach, Umina
15. Umina BeachCouncil lifeguards will also monitor The Grant McBride Baths seven days a week and The Entrance Channel during school holidays. For more information, visit our beach safety page.
The beach patrol season typically runs from late September to April.
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Accessible beaches offer accessibility features, such as beach matting, free beach wheelchair hire, continuous pathways, nearby public transport points and accessible toilets that make it easier for people living with a disability and access challenges to plan and enjoy a trip to one of our Central Coast beaches.
For more information, visit our accessible nature page and Accessible Beaches Central Coast brochure