What is the water and sand quality of the Great Mackerel Beach?

The coastline of Great Mackerel 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 Great Mackerel Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Great Mackerel Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Great Mackerel 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.Great Mackerel Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Great Mackerel 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 Great Mackerel Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Great Mackerel Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Great Mackerel Beach?

Great Mackerel Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Great Mackerel Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Casa by The Boathouse is the closest place located 2000 meters from the beach.

How far is the Great Mackerel Beach from parking?

The Great Mackerel Beach has no parking spot.

Are there any attractions nearby Great Mackerel Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Great Mackerel Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Barrenjoey Lighthouse located in 2.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Great Mackerel Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Great Mackerel 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?

Great Mackerel Beach (The Council of the Shire of Hornsby) 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.Great Mackerel Beach (The Council of the Shire of Hornsby) 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.

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Great Mackerel Beach

Great Mackerel Beach, Australia

7.4

#403 out of 491 in New South Wales 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent

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Located within the settlement

Brooklyn • 8.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Pittwater Park & Playground

1.7km

Playground Kiddies Corner (gentle surf, good for beginners)

2.5km

Playground Patonga Playground

4.8km

Playground Dangar Island playground

7.8km

Playground Playground - McKell Park, Brooklyn

8km

Sports Complex Mona Vale Skate Park

9.2km

Playground Warriewood Valley Community Playground

9.8km

Hiking Area Basin Trail

520m

Hiking Area Flint and Steel Track

1.6km

Park Lucinda Park

1.6km

Park Snapperman Beach Reserve

1.6km

Park Iluka Park

1.9km

Park Governor Phillip Park

1.9km

Park Sandy Beach Reserve

2km

National Park White Horse Beach

2.1km

Park Ocean Road Reserve

2.1km

Cafe Pronto Creative Foods

7.2 - Good 1.8km

Restaurant Barrenjoey House Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Casa by The Boathouse

7.6 - Very good 1.8km

Cafe Palm Beach Paradise Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Cafe Hole in one Cafe,Palm beach

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Dunes Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Cafe Coast Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Coffee Shop Palm Beach Cafe & Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.2km

Cafe 2108 Espresso

6.8 - Good 2.2km

Supermarket Friendly Grocer

4.7km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Avalon

5.2km

Supermarket Coles Newport

6.6km

Grocery Store Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop

8.2km

Supermarket Woolworths Mona Vale

8.7km

Grocery Store Harris Farm Markets Mona Vale

8.7km

Supermarket Coles Mona Vale

8.8km

Grocery Store ALDI

8.9km

Store Flower Power Garden Centre Warriewood

8.6 - Excellent 9.8km

Tourist Attraction Barrenjoey Lighthouse

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Bairne walking track

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Bouddi Coastal Walk

9.3km

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About

Great Mackerel Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 6th place out of 10 beaches in the Hornsby Shire region The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

5 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Brooklyn • 8.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Pittwater Park & Playground

1.7km

Playground Kiddies Corner (gentle surf, good for beginners)

2.5km

Playground Patonga Playground

4.8km

Playground Dangar Island playground

7.8km

Playground Playground - McKell Park, Brooklyn

8km

Sports Complex Mona Vale Skate Park

9.2km

Playground Warriewood Valley Community Playground

9.8km

Hiking Area Basin Trail

520m

Hiking Area Flint and Steel Track

1.6km

Park Lucinda Park

1.6km

Park Snapperman Beach Reserve

1.6km

Park Iluka Park

1.9km

Park Governor Phillip Park

1.9km

Park Sandy Beach Reserve

2km

National Park White Horse Beach

2.1km

Park Ocean Road Reserve

2.1km

Cafe Pronto Creative Foods

7.2 - Good 1.8km

Restaurant Barrenjoey House Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Casa by The Boathouse

7.6 - Very good 1.8km

Cafe Palm Beach Paradise Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Cafe Hole in one Cafe,Palm beach

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Dunes Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.9km

Cafe Coast Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Coffee Shop Palm Beach Cafe & Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.2km

Cafe 2108 Espresso

6.8 - Good 2.2km

Supermarket Friendly Grocer

4.7km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Avalon

5.2km

Supermarket Coles Newport

6.6km

Grocery Store Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop

8.2km

Supermarket Woolworths Mona Vale

8.7km

Grocery Store Harris Farm Markets Mona Vale

8.7km

Supermarket Coles Mona Vale

8.8km

Grocery Store ALDI

8.9km

Store Flower Power Garden Centre Warriewood

8.6 - Excellent 9.8km

Tourist Attraction Barrenjoey Lighthouse

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Bairne walking track

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Bouddi Coastal Walk

9.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

800m 10 min walk

Resolute Beach

8.1 Very good

1.1km 15 min walk

West Head Beach

7.7 Very good

1.9km 25 min walk

Snapperman Beach

7.2 Good

2.3km

Flint And Steel Beach

7.2 Good

2.3km

Station Beach

7.8 Very good

2.4km

Portuguese Beach

6.9 Good

2.4km

North Palm Beach

8.1 Very good

2.5km

Hungry Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Brooklyn • 8.4km

Transport

Airport

LBH • 1.8km

Bus Station

Gosford Station, Stand N • 18.8km

Train Station

Hawkesbury River Station • 8.4km

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7.4 Good

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Trista Kinsley

Novice Beachgoer • 4 months ago

10 Exceptional

Lovely small shoreline, Ideal for family gatherings and a peaceful outdoor meal. Abundance of shallow water for kids to play in and gentle waves. Accessible by boat and ferry, but no public bathrooms or amenities available on site.

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Bino Joseph

Novice Beachgoer • 4 months ago

10 Exceptional

Spacious shallow shoreline. The standout feature of this beach is its expansive shallow waters. Children can wade in comfortably for quite a distance, as the water only reaches knee height. The vast sandy expanse is surrounded by trees and shady rocks. The only downside is its somewhat challenging accessibility. Visitors must trek for approximately 30 minutes or take a ferry from Palm Beach. There are no shops or restroom facilities available on-site.

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Erik Lien

Novice Beachgoer • 4 months ago

10 Exceptional

This destination is absolutely incredible. It brings to mind a remote tropical paradise.

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Ned

Novice Beachgoer • 4 months ago

8 Very good

Lovely shoreline. Shallow areas. Ideal for children. Easiest to reach by ferry (or hike if you're feeling energetic). No dining options nearby, making it perfect for unwinding and unwinding.