FAQs
Which Central Coast beaches are best for families?
Which Central Coast beaches are best for families?
Toowoon Bay Beach and Ettalong Beach are top family options thanks to their calm, sheltered waters.
Can I learn to surf on the Central Coast?
Can I learn to surf on the Central Coast?
Terrigal Beach, Toowoon Bay Beach, Umina Beach, Copacabana Beach, MacMasters Beach and Avoca Beach are great beaches for beginner surfers. Book a lesson with Central Coast Surf Academy or Central Coast Surf School.
Which beaches on the Central Coast are dog-friendly?
Which beaches on the Central Coast are dog-friendly?
Many beaches on the Central Coast allow dogs off-leash in certain areas at specific times of day. These include:
- Budgewoi Beach
- Ettalong Beach
- Forresters Beach
- MacMasters Beach
- North Avoca Beach
- Patonga Beach
- Pearl Beach
- Umina Beach
- Wamberal Beach
Which Central Coast beaches are suitable for stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking?
Which Central Coast beaches are suitable for stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking?
Ettalong Beach and Toowoon Bay Beach offer calm, flat water perfect for both stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking.
Is there camping available near the beaches on the Central Coast?
Is there camping available near the beaches on the Central Coast?
Yes. Little Beach has a beachfront campground. It’s best to book ahead as this is a popular campsite.
Is there camping available near the beaches on the Central Coast?
Which Central Coast beaches are suitable for stand-up paddleboarding or kayaking?
Which beaches on the Central Coast are dog-friendly?
Can I learn to surf on the Central Coast?
Which Central Coast beaches are best for families?
FAQs
When are the autumn NSW school holidays?
When are the autumn NSW school holidays?
In NSW, the autumn school holidays, also known as the Easter school holidays, start Tuesday 7 April and end Friday 17 April 2026. Friday 3 April (Good Friday) and Monday 6 April (Easter Monday) are both public holidays so students are effectively on holiday from Friday 3 April to Friday 17 April 2026.
What outdoor activities can families enjoy in autumn?
Where are the best places to camp in autumn?
Where are the best places to camp in autumn?
Autumn’s mild weather makes camping enjoyable across NSW. Choose from beachside, secret or remote campsites for a nature-immersive experience, or stay at family-friendly holiday parks for easy access to amenities. Many holiday parks also offer pet-friendly options.