Freshwater Beach
Freshwater Beach
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HNL2SFO
Pacifica, CA34 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Couples
A short bus ride from Manly Wharf, you will find a memorial to the great Duke Kahanamoku, who introduced surfing to Australia over 100 years ago. On a sunny and warm winter day the beach and water looked inviting and the surfing looked good. The village is along the bus line, with plenty of options for a bite to eat.
Written 1 August 2023
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia27,764 contributions
Mar. 2023
Freshwater Beach lies just north of Manley and is more interesting and prettier than Manley. The surf looked interesting and the walk between Manley and Curl Curl is definitely a must do.
Written 25 April 2023
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rosemary i
8 contributions
Nov. 2022 • Couples
It was indeed a clean and nice beach to visit. Great place and less crowd. My husband and I had a great time.
Written 26 December 2022
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Toby M
13 contributions
Apr. 2022
Great beach for families with young kids. Often the waves are smaller and at low tide you can walk out pretty far so its a great place to get your kids on boards and get them used to catching waves.
Written 10 July 2022
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John H
Macedon Ranges, Australia404 contributions
Apr. 2021 • Family
Favourite Sydney beach just wonderful
Great surf, easy to get to but some hidden gems in the ocean pool, reefs and Rockpool
Even changing rooms and parking
Great surf, easy to get to but some hidden gems in the ocean pool, reefs and Rockpool
Even changing rooms and parking
Written 5 April 2021
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johnny
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May 2020
a beautiful beach where you can have fun with your family and friends, i would highly recommend people to go to this beach
Written 17 November 2020
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Ellemay 🍹🐠🐳
Sydney, Australia47,363 contributions
May 2020 • Solo
Freshwater Beach is located on the northern beaches in Sydney. It’s the first beach north of Manly and is extremely popular with families and surfers.
The beach is neatly tucked away between two headlands and has a fabulous ocean Rockpool on the northern end with shower & toilet facilities.
Freshwater Beach is also famous for the origins of surfboard riding in Australia. A statue on the headland of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku can be found which honours his contribution to surfing in Australia. 🏄🏼
The beach is neatly tucked away between two headlands and has a fabulous ocean Rockpool on the northern end with shower & toilet facilities.
Freshwater Beach is also famous for the origins of surfboard riding in Australia. A statue on the headland of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku can be found which honours his contribution to surfing in Australia. 🏄🏼
Written 12 May 2020
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Marty1340
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia53 contributions
Dec. 2019
If you want to go to a beach, choose this one! Parking nearby, fantastic village type atmosphere as you go down to the beach with quaint shops and cafe's on the way in Freshwater town.
Beach is safe, clean, covered daily by lifeguards who keep control but allow you to explore. Waves good for beginner to intermediate as well as pro so a great place to learn to surf or boogie board.
Beach goes out and is shallow for a long way so very safe for kids that can swim and enjoy the open water.
We were down as often as possible during our stay, best early morning to set the day off with energising vibes!
Beach is safe, clean, covered daily by lifeguards who keep control but allow you to explore. Waves good for beginner to intermediate as well as pro so a great place to learn to surf or boogie board.
Beach goes out and is shallow for a long way so very safe for kids that can swim and enjoy the open water.
We were down as often as possible during our stay, best early morning to set the day off with energising vibes!
Written 7 January 2020
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Franco D
Sydney, Australia112 contributions
Jan. 2020 • Family
My first time to visit Freshwater beach , took relatives from Italy yesterday we all loved it , flagged beach very safe, will go back.
Written 3 January 2020
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Rachael W
Toronto, Canada11 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Friends
Spent some time here with friends learning how to surf. The water was clean, waves were good, water was a good depth and the beach was clean. There was sufficient parking and taps to clean off afterwards.
Written 20 August 2019
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Freshwater Beach:
- Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai National Park Bus Tour (From AU$354.82)
- Private Helicopter Flight Over Sydney & Beaches for 2 or 3 people - 30 Minutes (From AU$1,097.98)
- Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas MANLY AND NORTHERN BEACHES PRIVATE TOUR (From AU$493.67)
- Private Sunset Helicopter Flight Over Sydney & Beaches for 2 or 3 - 30 Minutes (From AU$1,528.84)
- From Sydney: Full Day Tour of Golden Beaches and Ocean Vistas (From AU$343.69)
- Hotels near Freshwater Beach:
- (0.04 km) Freshie Basin Beach House
- (0.29 km) Near new 3 bedroom cottage close to beach and village - sleeps up to 5.
- (0.29 km) Freshwater Views Beachside 1 Bedroom Apartment
- (0.33 km) Harbord Beach Hotel
- (0.39 km) FRESHWATER BEACH LIVING - SPECTACULAR WATER VIEWS
- Restaurants near Freshwater Beach:
- (0.41 km) Pilu At Freshwater
- (0.26 km) Cruise Espresso
- (0.45 km) Teddy Larkin's Seafood and Steakhouse
- (0.29 km) Albert & Moore
- (0.31 km) Shandar Tandoori
- Attractions near Freshwater Beach:
- (0.26 km) Madigans at Harbors Diggers
- (1.09 km) Go Beyond Tours
- (0.55 km) Freshwater Rockpool
- (0.58 km) McKillop Park
- (2.20 km) Dive Centre Manly