About Mollymook Beach
Mollymook Beach is a patrolled sandy surf beach in the town of Mollymook on the New South Wales South Coast, within the City of Shoalhaven, about 230 km south of Sydney. It stretches between Mollymook Headland in the south and Collers Beach to the north. The beach is known for its clean sand, consistent surf, ocean pool at Bogey Hole, and family-friendly facilities managed by Shoalhaven City Council and Mollymook Surf Life Saving Club.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a long, sandy beach backed by a grassy reserve and Mitchell Parade, with a patrolled swimming area in season, a surf break, and the Bogey Hole ocean rock pool at the southern end near the headland. The setting includes views north to Ulladulla Harbour and south along the coastline, a coastal walkway, picnic and barbecue areas, and nearby cafes and accommodation. The beach is suitable for swimming, surfing, walking and photography.
Key highlights
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Patrolled sandy surf beach with flagged swimming area in season
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Bogey Hole ocean rock pool at southern end of beach
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Coastal views to Ulladulla and along the Shoalhaven coastline
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Mollymook to Collers Beach coastal walk
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Adjacent reserve with picnic and barbecue facilities
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Mollymook Surf Life Saving Club and beachfront amenities
History of Mollymook Beach
Mollymook developed as a coastal settlement within the Shoalhaven region in the 20th century, with the beach becoming a centre for surf lifesaving after the formation of Mollymook Surf Life Saving Club. The area forms part of the South Coast region historically used for fishing and coastal recreation.
Culture & Context
The beach is a central recreational and community gathering place for Mollymook and Ulladulla, associated with Australian surf lifesaving culture, beach swimming and coastal walking traditions of the Shoalhaven South Coast.
Route
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