About Collaroy Beach
Collaroy Beach is a long sandy ocean beach in the suburb of Collaroy within the Northern Beaches local government area of Sydney, New South Wales. Part of the continuous Narrabeen-Collaroy stretch facing the Tasman Sea, it is known for its wide sand, consistent surf breaks, patrolled swimming area and ocean rock pool. Backed by a reserve, promenade and Surf Life Saving Club, it is a popular family and surfing destination on Sydney's northern coastline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, sandy ocean beach approximately 3.4 km long as part of the Narrabeen-Collaroy beach system, backed by a grassy reserve, paved promenade and low dunes. The beach offers a patrolled swimming area, a large ocean rock pool at the southern end, and open surf for surfing and bodyboarding. Facilities include picnic areas, playground, surf club building and coastal views north to Narrabeen and south to Long Reef Headland. The setting is urban yet open, with residential areas and Pittwater Road behind the reserve.
Key highlights
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Long wide sandy beach forming part of the Narrabeen-Collaroy ocean beach
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Collaroy Rock Pool – large ocean pool for calm swimming
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Consistent surf breaks popular for surfing and bodyboarding
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Patrolled swimming area managed by Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club
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Beachfront reserve and promenade with picnic and barbecue areas