WHALE BEACH
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THE AREA
Whale Beach is an enchanting coastal locale where it feels like summer all year round. This beachside suburb is the definition of a natural beauty, with the steep slope down to the beach providing a natural amphitheatre for it to take centre stage. Whale Beach is a much-loved spot for locals and visitors alike, attracted by the ocean and its relative tranquillity compared to its bustling neighbours.
Lifestyle
Taking centre stage in this beautiful seaside location is Whale Beach. Between two headlands and nature reserves, with Palm Beach to the North and Avalon Beach to the South, Whale Beach is perfect for surfing as it has no sandbar. Couple that with a beautiful natural rock pool for swimming, and you can see why Whale Beach is popular in the summertime.
Loved by families, sunbathers, snorkelers, surfers and ocean swimmers, Whale Beach has it all – from parklands for picnics, headlands for scenic walks and a well-patrolled beach by Whale Beach SLSC.
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Taking centre stage in this beautiful seaside location is Whale Beach. Between two headlands and nature reserves, with Palm Beach to the North and Avalon Beach to the South, Whale Beach is perfect for surfing as it has no sandbar. Couple that with a beautiful natural rock pool for swimming, and you can see why Whale Beach is popular in the summertime.
Loved by families, sunbathers, snorkelers, surfers and ocean swimmers, Whale Beach has it all – from parklands for picnics, headlands for scenic walks and a well-patrolled beach by Whale Beach SLSC.
All year round, ocean swimmers can be found swimming from headland to headland or in the ocean pool in preparation for the annual The Macquarie Big Swim: Palm to Whale Beach race. This race is one of five in the Pittwater Ocean Swim Series and, since its inception in 1974, sees competitors swim 2.8km point-to-point, from the Palm Beach Pavillion to the middle of Whale Beach.
Out of the water, the ocean views can be enjoyed from Little Head and Malo Reserve, which form part of the Palm Beach to Avalon Walk and, if you get your timing right in the winter, you will have the perfect spot to see migrating whales and dolphins.
Set back away from the beach up on the hill you will find a renowned fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel, Jonah's. Known for their seasonally-led cuisine and five-star guest experience, the unrivalled views over Whale Beach are something else.
Combine all of this with the shopping convenience of nearby Avalon village and the great cafes and restaurants in neighbouring Palm Beach, it is easy to see why locals love living in Whale Beach, one of the Northern Beaches' best-kept secrets.
Neighbours
From families to retirees and empty-nesters, Whale Beach has a diverse mix of locals. Come summer the population grows with many holidaymakers making the most of everything this idyllic destination has to offer.
Neighbours
From families to retirees and empty-nesters, Whale Beach has a diverse mix of locals. Come summer the population grows with many holidaymakers making the most of everything this idyllic destination has to offer.
Area features
BANGALLEY HEADLAND
The highest point on Sydney’s northern coastline, Bangalley Headland is the gathering spot for native bird and plant life. Nestled between Avalon Beach and Whale Beach, the Bangalley Head lookout is the eventual destination of the rugged climb, which takes around 1.5 hours and is a three-kilometre loop. Your ascent starts on Marine Parade in Avalon, you’ll come across a profusion of birds and sweet florals as you make your way up the trail. Spectacular views north to Broken Bay and the Central Coast await you at the top of the track.
JONAH'S
It’s pure indulgence at this luxurious seaside boutique hotel. Jonah’s Whale Beach is all that is beautiful about this tip of the peninsula, with ocean retreat rooms that come complete with a private balcony that overlooks Whale Beach. The award-winning Hatted restaurant, the manicured gardens and the exquisite pool are all part of the package.
AVALON BEACH
A five-minute drive east and you will reach Avalon Beach. This rugged stretch of coast is known for its surfing, ocean baths and rock pools, and is bordered by the Des Creagh Reserve which has a playground, skate park and a café with killer views.
PALM BEACH
Framed by lush greenery and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Palm Beach is renowned for being both the setting of TV series, Home and Away and a sandy stretch that has great surfing waves at one end and a calmer ocean pool at the other.
