Pearl Beach - Central Coast

On the shores of Broken Bay and surrounded by Brisbane Waters National Park is Pearl Beach, a small leafy tree lined village. It is the choice holiday destination on the Central Coast for many of Sydney's rich and famous. Towards the southern end of Pearl Beach is where you will find most activity. With little swell, this sheltered area is a very safe spot for the little ones to splash around. Here you will find a 25 metre ocean rock pool. Adjacent are a shower and toilet block, picnic tables and a playground area. Across the road is a lovely restaurant and a cafe.

As you head along to the northern end of the beach, you will pass many luxurious holiday houses. A 15 minute walk around the cliff face below Mount Ettalong Lookout, you will arrive at Umina Beach.

Alternatively, a walk from the southern end of the beach through The Brisbane Waters National Park along a fire trail from Crystal Avenue will lead you to Patonga. The trip takes about 2 hours.