Ettalong Beach

Ettalong Beach is a sheltered sandy beach on Brisbane Water in the suburb of Ettalong Beach on the Central Coast of New South Wales, about 90 km north of Sydney. Facing east across the estuary toward Wagstaffe and Box Head, it is known for calm, shallow water, a foreshore reserve with picnic facilities, and views across Brisbane Water. It serves as a family swimming beach and ferry departure point.

Visitors can expect a calm, estuarine sandy beach on Brisbane Water rather than an ocean surf beach, with shallow water suitable for swimming, wading and paddling. The foreshore has a grassy reserve, picnic tables, barbecues, a children's playground, and a paved promenade along The Esplanade. Views extend across the water to Wagstaffe, Pretty Beach and Box Head. Cafes, clubs and shops are within short walking distance, and the Ettalong Wharf provides ferry services to Palm Beach.