What is the water and sand quality of the West Head Beach?

The coastline of West Head 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 West Head Beach?

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

Is the West Head Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes.West Head Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the West Head 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 West Head Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the West Head 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of West Head Beach?

West Head Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers </li><li>Hiking adventurers</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on West Head Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Casa by The Boathouse is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

How far is the West Head Beach from parking?

The West Head Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.

Are there any attractions nearby West Head Beach?

There are 2 attractions near West Head Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Barrenjoey Lighthouse located in 1.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit West Head Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in West Head 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?

West Head 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.West Head 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.

Photo of West Head Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of West Head Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of West Head Beach with straight shore

Photo of West Head Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of West Head Beach located in natural area

West Head Beach

Great Mackerel Beach, Australia

7.7

#338 out of 491 in New South Wales 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom Kite or windsurfing

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Located outside the settlement

Brooklyn • 8.5 km

Map of beach

Playground Pittwater Park & Playground

1.9km

Playground Kiddies Corner (gentle surf, good for beginners)

2.6km

Playground Patonga Playground

4.7km

Playground Dangar Island playground

7.8km

Playground Playground - McKell Park, Brooklyn

8.2km

Park Governor Phillip Park

1.7km

Hiking Area Flint and Steel Track

1.9km

Park Snapperman Beach Reserve

2.1km

Park Ocean Road Reserve

2.2km

Park Lucinda Park

2.2km

Hiking Area Basin Trail

2.4km

Park Iluka Park

2.4km

Park Wiltshire Park

2.5km

National Park White Horse Beach

2.6km

Restaurant Casa by The Boathouse

7.6 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Palm Beach Paradise Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Hole in one Cafe,Palm beach

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Dunes Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Barrenjoey House Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Cafe Pronto Creative Foods

7.2 - Good 2.2km

Coffee Shop Palm Beach Cafe & Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.3km

Cafe 2108 Espresso

6.8 - Good 2.3km

Cafe Coast Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2.6km

Supermarket Friendly Grocer

5.6km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Avalon

6.4km

Supermarket Coles Newport

8.1km

Grocery Store Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Barrenjoey Lighthouse

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Bairne walking track

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Bouddi Coastal Walk

8.4km

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West Head Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 5th place out of 10 beaches in the Hornsby Shire region The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+20 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Brooklyn • 8.5 km

Map of beach

Playground Pittwater Park & Playground

1.9km

Playground Kiddies Corner (gentle surf, good for beginners)

2.6km

Playground Patonga Playground

4.7km

Playground Dangar Island playground

7.8km

Playground Playground - McKell Park, Brooklyn

8.2km

Park Governor Phillip Park

1.7km

Hiking Area Flint and Steel Track

1.9km

Park Snapperman Beach Reserve

2.1km

Park Ocean Road Reserve

2.2km

Park Lucinda Park

2.2km

Hiking Area Basin Trail

2.4km

Park Iluka Park

2.4km

Park Wiltshire Park

2.5km

National Park White Horse Beach

2.6km

Restaurant Casa by The Boathouse

7.6 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Palm Beach Paradise Cafe

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Hole in one Cafe,Palm beach

9.4 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Dunes Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Barrenjoey House Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Cafe Pronto Creative Foods

7.2 - Good 2.2km

Coffee Shop Palm Beach Cafe & Restaurant

8 - Very good 2.3km

Cafe 2108 Espresso

6.8 - Good 2.3km

Cafe Coast Palm Beach

8.6 - Excellent 2.6km

Supermarket Friendly Grocer

5.6km

Supermarket Woolworths Metro Avalon

6.4km

Supermarket Coles Newport

8.1km

Grocery Store Richies Convenience & Bottle Shop

8.4km

Tourist Attraction Barrenjoey Lighthouse

1.9km

Tourist Attraction Bairne walking track

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Bouddi Coastal Walk

8.4km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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7.2 Good

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Localities

Nearest

Brooklyn • 8.5km

Transport

Airport

LBH • 1.9km

Bus Station

Gosford Station, Stand N • 17.8km

Train Station

Hawkesbury River Station • 8.6km

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