Bilgola Beach

Bilgola Beach is located north of Newport and south of Avalon Beach, making it a premier attraction and close to other beautiful locations.

The beach stretches for half a kilometre and borders Bilgola Head and Newport Head. It is approximately 45 minutes from the CBD, making it a perfect destination for a day out of the city.

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This beach is best known for its excellent surfing, so board lovers can always enjoy a day of surf, sun and sea at Bilgola. Visitors need to know that the area is patrolled by lifeguards to ensure everyone stays safe at the beach. For those who love to swim, there is a gorgeous rock pool at the beach’s south end, whose scenic views are a delightful way to enjoy the summer.

While the beach is perfect for surfing and swimming, it is not ideal for snorkelling. Swimmers are advised to stay between the flags and avoid the south-end region, known to occasionally experience brutal rips.

Anyone planning a trip to Bilgola Beach with the little ones can stop at Bumbalino’s Kiosk for meals. With excellent beach views, there is no better way to enjoy the kiosk’s signature burger and coffee combination. During summer, visitors can expect to be treated to a delightful array of culinary treats, including fresh seafood at dinner.

Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club has kids’ activities every Sunday, the perfect platform for the little ones to learn about surfing and staying safe. It also hosts several water activities, such as swimming, surfing, and paddling, among others. The adults are not forgotten, as the club also has regular beach events.

Bilgola Beach has ample parking spaces, but motorists are required to pay for them. The beach is easily accessible using public transport—most notably, Bus route L90, which stops near the beach on Barrentjoey Road.

The beach offers washroom facilities, water taps, and showers. Visit Bilgola Beach, one of Sydney’s best family beaches.