North Wollongong Beach is an idyllic family and pet-friendly destination located in Australia. It is known for its natural beauty and is a great spot for swimming and walking. The beach features a trail along the coast leading up to a lighthouse, offering visitors a scenic route for leisurely strolls.
The beach is equipped with amenities such as benches and shade for picnics, public bathrooms, and a café. It also boasts a huge park area with swings for children at the northern end of the reserve. To the south, visitors can explore fascinating rock pools. The area is always clean and well-maintained, with clean paths, toilets, changing rooms, and parks.
Parking is available, although it can be challenging to find a spot during weekends in the summer due to the beach's popularity. Despite this, visitors have reported finding good parking spots easily during other times.
The beach is patrolled for safety, and swimming is encouraged between the flags as the area north of the main beach can be dangerous and is not patrolled until Fairy Meadow further north. The beach is also accessible for disabled people or those in wheelchairs, with ramps provided for beach access instead of stairs.
North Wollongong Beach is not overly crowded, especially during the winter, providing a peaceful and enjoyable experience for visitors. The beach's huge waves are perfect for bodyboarding and other water activities, adding to the fun and excitement of the beach experience.
North Wollongong Beach amenities include parking and toilet.
Best restaurants near North Wollongong Beach include Lucia's By The Sea, Palisade Kitchen & Bar, Bourke Street Burgers, Aqua Restaurant, North Beach Pavilion, Steamers Bar and Grill, Amigos Mexican Restaurant, Chef's Choice and The Anchorage Restaurant.
Visitor reviews highlight the cleanliness and family-friendly nature of the beach, with amenities such as picnic areas, public bathrooms, and a walking trail. The beach's beauty, large waves for bodyboarding, and accessibility for disabled visitors are also highly appreciated. However, some visitors have noted difficulty in finding parking, especially during the summer weekends.
Visitors to North Wollongong Beach often stay in the vibrant city of Wollongong, which offers a variety of accommodation options ranging from hotels to cozy beachfront apartments. Many choose to stay in the North Wollongong area itself, as it provides easy walking access to the beach and its beautiful coastal trails.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: -34.4142733 / Longitude: 150.9016552
North Wollongong Beach is located in New South Wales. The following map of North Wollongong Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 8.1°C/12.1°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 6.6°C |
| Sea Temperature | 17.9 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.0 m |
| Rain Chance | 5% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:02/17:01 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 8.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 3.45 |
| Cloud Cover | 39% |
| Speed | 32.8 km/h |
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| Gusts | 84.6 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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