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Activities

Things to do in and around the area...

About Patonga

Patonga is the southernmost beach on the Central Coast. Patonga Beach is in a recessed bay, so the waters are usually calm. There are fabulous views across Brisk Bay to the mouth of the Hawkesbury River, Lion Island, Barrenjoey and West Head. The beach is relatively quiet, and good for swimming. Perfect for families.

Patonga Creek is tidal. There is a beach where the Creek meets the sea, which at low tide provides gentle, relatively shallow water.

There is a boat ramp, and a children's playground.

Patonga Activities

Patonga is a place of quiet retreat. Here are some of the things you can do in Patonga:

  • Strolls along the beach, and around the quiet fishing village.
  • Swimming, at the beach or in the Creek.
  • Bush walks, following the Creek inland, or on many trails around Patonga.
  • Fishing in the Creek.
  • Explore the Creek by boat or canoe.
  • Tennis courts are available for hire at Patonga and Pearl Beach.
  • Picnic on the beach, or in any of the picnic areas.
  • Play golf on the course (about 10 minutes drive away).
  • Relax!

Ferries and Cruises

There are several ferries and cruises stopping in Patonga, or nearby.

  • Palm Beach and Hawkesbury River Cruises. The ferry runs daily from Palm Beach, stopping in Patonga on the way up the Hawkesbury River to Bobbin Head. For more details go to the Scenic Cruises web site or call 041-4466635.
  • Palm Beach Ferry. This runs between Palm Beach and Ettalong. For more details check the Palm Beach Ferry web site or call 02-9974-2411.

Around Patonga

  • Pearl Beach. Just north of Patonga is Pearl Beach. Swim at the beautiful beach, or stroll around the leafy streets.
  • Umina. And then further north is Umina, which has a long beach, if you feel like a very long walk along a beach!

More links

  • Busways has buses traveling all over the Central Coast area, including to and from Woy Woy and Gosford train stations. See the Busways web site for maps and timetables.

... A variety of options for things to do... and then it's hard to beat relaxing on the deck of the house, reading a good book, or just looking out at the views.