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The southern half of the beach is particularly favoured and features a saltwater pool. The beach itself is exceptionally well protected from wind and swell. It is ideal for: young children; swimming long, uninterrupted laps; kayaking (see below); or paddle boarding. Because it is so safe, there is no lifeguard in attendance.
Pearl Beach Rockpool
Green Point RoadThe southern half of the beach is particularly favoured and features a saltwater pool. The beach itself is exceptionally well protected from wind and swell. It is ideal for: young children; swimming long, uninterrupted laps; kayaking (see below); or paddle boarding. Because it is so safe, there is no lifeguard in attendance.
Pearl Beach is predominantly flat – ideal for leisurely walks or for cycling (bring your own bikes!).
Fishing – both off the beach and off the rocks – is very popular.
Kayaking is a great thing to try - particularly given the protection from swell and wind at the southern end of the beach. Kayaks can be hired locally, eg. https://kayakcentralcoast.com.au/
(they even deliver!).
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Pearl Beach
Pearl Beach is predominantly flat – ideal for leisurely walks or for cycling (bring your own bikes!).
Fishing – both off the beach and off the rocks – is very popular.
Kayaking is a great thing to try - particularly given the protection from swell and wind at the southern end of the beach. Kayaks can be hired locally, eg. https://kayakcentralcoast.com.au/
(they even deliver!).
There are a range of fire trails nearby that are very popular for walking and mountain biking. North of the town is Mt Ettalong Lookout. Turn off the main road at the water reservoir (where you should be able to park) before proceeding on foot to the lookout.
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Mount Ettalong Lookout
135 Patonga DrThere are a range of fire trails nearby that are very popular for walking and mountain biking. North of the town is Mt Ettalong Lookout. Turn off the main road at the water reservoir (where you should be able to park) before proceeding on foot to the lookout.
Pearl Beach is reknown for the Crommelin Native Aboretum, best accessed from the carpark at the end of Opal Close. Every March, an outdoor Opera is held there
Crommelin Arboretum Carpark
71 Crystal AvePearl Beach is reknown for the Crommelin Native Aboretum, best accessed from the carpark at the end of Opal Close. Every March, an outdoor Opera is held there
There are tennis courts alongside the Aboretum, also in Opal Close.
Pearl Beach Tennis Courts / Crommelin Native Arboretum
Opal CloseThere are tennis courts alongside the Aboretum, also in Opal Close.
While only a short drive away, Patonga is also accessible on foot. The Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail that runs off Crystal Avenue (it’s part of the Great North Walk) is a challenging and rewarding walk. Make sure you stop at Warrah Lookout to take in the spectacular Broken Bay and Hawkesbury views.
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Patonga
While only a short drive away, Patonga is also accessible on foot. The Pearl Beach to Patonga Fire Trail that runs off Crystal Avenue (it’s part of the Great North Walk) is a challenging and rewarding walk. Make sure you stop at Warrah Lookout to take in the spectacular Broken Bay and Hawkesbury views.
Cinema Paradiso is the local cinema - a great option if the weather is unkind!
https://www.cinemaparadiso.com.au/
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Cinema Paradiso
189 Ocean View RdCinema Paradiso is the local cinema - a great option if the weather is unkind!
https://www.cinemaparadiso.com.au/
Aside from the Cinema, Ferry and the Ettalong Diggers Club, Ettalong is host to some weekend markets:
http://www.ettalongmarkets.com.au/
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Ettalong Beach
Aside from the Cinema, Ferry and the Ettalong Diggers Club, Ettalong is host to some weekend markets:
http://www.ettalongmarkets.com.au/
Food scene
Well known - and well regarded is The BoatHouse Pub at Patonga.
https://www.theboathousehotelpatonga.com.au/
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The Boathouse Hotel Patonga
6-8 Patonga DrWell known - and well regarded is The BoatHouse Pub at Patonga.
https://www.theboathousehotelpatonga.com.au/
Four doors away are the cafe and general store.
https://www.pearlbeachcafe.com/
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Pearl Beach Cafe and General Store
1 Pearl ParadeFour doors away are the cafe and general store.
https://www.pearlbeachcafe.com/
Ettalong is a short drive away...
https://www.ettalongdiggers.com/
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Ettalong Diggers
51-52 The EsplanadeEttalong is a short drive away...
https://www.ettalongdiggers.com/
If you are looking for something a bit more sophisticated, try Pearls on the Beach across the road.
https://www.pearlsonthebeach.com.au/
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Pearls on the Beach
1 Tourmaline AveIf you are looking for something a bit more sophisticated, try Pearls on the Beach across the road.
https://www.pearlsonthebeach.com.au/