What is the water and sand quality of the Athol Beach?

The coastline of Athol Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Athol Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Athol Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Athol Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling</li></ul>

Is the Athol Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.Athol Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Athol Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Athol Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Athol Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Athol Beach?

Athol Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Wild camping lovers</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Athol Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Athol Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ripples Chowder Bay is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.

How far is the Athol Beach from parking?

The Athol Beach has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Athol Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Athol Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are BridgeClimb Sydney located in 3.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Athol Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Athol Beach is January. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 17°C and water 16°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Athol Beach (North Sydney Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Athol Beach (North Sydney Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Athol Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Athol Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Athol Beach with straight shore

Photo of Athol Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Athol Beach located in natural area

Athol Beach

Sydney, Australia

7.1

#459 out of 491 in New South Wales 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Snorkeling Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

North Sydney • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Clifton Gardens Playground

1km

Athletic Field Georges Heights Oval

1.3km

Playground The Ian Potter Children’s Wild Play Garden

4.9km

Playground Little Manly Point Park

5.5km

Sports Complex Brookvale Oval

9.8km

Dog Park Flora and Ritchie Roberts Reserve

9.8km

Zoo Taronga Zoo Sydney

390m

Park Cremorne Reserve

1.1km

Park Clifton Gardens Reserve

1.1km

Park McKell Park

1.6km

Park Nielsen Park

1.8km

Park Hermitage Foreshore track

1.9km

National Park Hermitage Foreshore Reserve

2.4km

Park Mary Booth Lookout Reserve

2.5km

Park Lyne Park

2.6km

Restaurant Ripples Chowder Bay

8.6 - Excellent 1km

French Restaurant L'Héritage

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Frenchy's Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Cafe The Boathouse Balmoral

8 - Very good 2km

Cafe Celsius Coffee & Dining

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Cafe The Boathouse Rose Bay Cafe & Rose Bay House

7.8 - Very good 2.1km

Cafe Redleaf Cafe

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Burnt Orange

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7 - Good 2.4km

Supermarket Woolworths Neutral Bay Village

2.4km

Grocery Store Harris Farm Markets Mosman

2.4km

Grocery Store ALDI

2.5km

Supermarket Woolworths Neutral Bay

2.6km

Supermarket Woolworths Double Bay

2.8km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Rose Bay

2.8km

Bakery Sonoma Bakery Rose Bay

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Market Kirribilli Markets

2.9km

Supermarket Coles Neutral Bay

2.9km

Wedding Venue Gunners Barracks

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Museum Vaucluse House

2.4km

Tourist Attraction South Head

3.3km

Museum Museum of Sydney

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Hornby Lighthouse

3.4km

Museum Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

3.4km

Tourist Attraction BridgeClimb Sydney

3.5km

Church Saint Mary's Cathedral

3.6km

Tourist Attraction King Street Wharf Darling Harbour

4.3km

Movie Theater Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

2.4km

Performing Arts Theater Sydney Opera House

2.8km

Amusement Park Luna Park Sydney

3.1km

Art Gallery Art Gallery of New South Wales

3.1km

Aquarium SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

4.4km

Cultural Center Chatswood Concourse

7.9km

Historical Landmark Mrs Macquarie's Chair

2.2km

Historical Landmark Green Point Reserve

2.9km

Historical Landmark Manly Wormhole

7.7km

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About

Athol Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 7th place out of 8 beaches in the North Sydney region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

North Sydney • 3.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Clifton Gardens Playground

1km

Athletic Field Georges Heights Oval

1.3km

Playground The Ian Potter Children’s Wild Play Garden

4.9km

Playground Little Manly Point Park

5.5km

Sports Complex Brookvale Oval

9.8km

Dog Park Flora and Ritchie Roberts Reserve

9.8km

Zoo Taronga Zoo Sydney

390m

Park Cremorne Reserve

1.1km

Park Clifton Gardens Reserve

1.1km

Park McKell Park

1.6km

Park Nielsen Park

1.8km

Park Hermitage Foreshore track

1.9km

National Park Hermitage Foreshore Reserve

2.4km

Park Mary Booth Lookout Reserve

2.5km

Park Lyne Park

2.6km

Restaurant Ripples Chowder Bay

8.6 - Excellent 1km

French Restaurant L'Héritage

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Frenchy's Cafe

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Cafe The Boathouse Balmoral

8 - Very good 2km

Cafe Celsius Coffee & Dining

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Cafe The Boathouse Rose Bay Cafe & Rose Bay House

7.8 - Very good 2.1km

Cafe Redleaf Cafe

8.4 - Very good 2.1km

Restaurant Burnt Orange

8.2 - Very good 2.2km

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7 - Good 2.4km

Supermarket Woolworths Neutral Bay Village

2.4km

Grocery Store Harris Farm Markets Mosman

2.4km

Grocery Store ALDI

2.5km

Supermarket Woolworths Neutral Bay

2.6km

Supermarket Woolworths Double Bay

2.8km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Rose Bay

2.8km

Bakery Sonoma Bakery Rose Bay

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Market Kirribilli Markets

2.9km

Supermarket Coles Neutral Bay

2.9km

Wedding Venue Gunners Barracks

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Museum Vaucluse House

2.4km

Tourist Attraction South Head

3.3km

Museum Museum of Sydney

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Hornby Lighthouse

3.4km

Museum Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

3.4km

Tourist Attraction BridgeClimb Sydney

3.5km

Church Saint Mary's Cathedral

3.6km

Tourist Attraction King Street Wharf Darling Harbour

4.3km

Movie Theater Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

2.4km

Performing Arts Theater Sydney Opera House

2.8km

Amusement Park Luna Park Sydney

3.1km

Art Gallery Art Gallery of New South Wales

3.1km

Aquarium SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

4.4km

Cultural Center Chatswood Concourse

7.9km

Historical Landmark Mrs Macquarie's Chair

2.2km

Historical Landmark Green Point Reserve

2.9km

Historical Landmark Manly Wormhole

7.7km

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Transport

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Glenwood Errison

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is absolutely amazing and provides a perfect setting for children.

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Kamil Jov

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

8 Very good

This beach near Taronga Zoo offers a lovely, intimate atmosphere and provides a great view of the city. It is conveniently accessible by taking a short ferry ride from Circular Quay and then a quick walk or drive/bus ride.

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Henry Feltham

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

If you're looking for a peaceful spot to unwind with your family, friends, or significant other, this beach is the perfect choice! It offers a serene atmosphere and a beautiful view, with convenient parking just a short distance from the shore.

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Kian Kazemi

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

8 Very good

The beach is pleasant and inviting, perfect for a peaceful day outdoors. Convenient parking is located nearby, and it's just a short 3-minute walk from the street level to reach the beach.