Beaches, Ocean Baths & Pools Archives

Splash Out with a Dip at Toronto Baths

Visit Toronto Baths, a historic swimming location in Lake Macquarie. It’s been upgraded with new ramps, jetty decking, and netting.

Swim Time: Lambton Pool Is Open Until End of May

As the weather warms up, take your family to a local swim centre. Lambton Pool has reopened for the season.

Dog-Friendly Beaches in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens

Want to take your dogs to a beach where they can swim, splash and play with your family? Head to a dog-friendly beach in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens.

Bathers Way Coastal Walk in Newcastle NSW

Discover Newcastle Beach, a True City Beach

A favourite with both locals and tourists, Newcastle Beach is Newcastle’s only true city beach and is a great spot to swim, sun-bake and people watch.

7 Water Parks to Cool Off This Summer in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter

Nothing says ‘summer’ like the squeals of delight from children splashing in a water park. Here are seven places where you can take kids to play in a water park

Enjoy the Pools at Lakeside Leisure Centre Year-Round

Lakeside Leisure Centre, located at Raymond Terrace, is a fantastic aquatic centre to take kids of all ages, especially babies and toddlers.

Discover Beautiful Naru Beach in Lake Macquarie

A hidden gem, Naru Beach is a gorgeous spot. This small beach reserve at Marks Point is located at the end of a dirt road and used to be a well-kept local secret.

Enjoy a Swim & Waterslide at Tomaree Aquatic Centre

Tomaree Aquatic Centre in Port Stephens is a great place to cool off on a hot day. It has a 50m pool, a kids pool, a wading pool plus a large waterslide.

Why the Canoe Pool at Newcastle Beach is Perfect for Families With Little Ones

A popular iconic beach spot and the site of an urban myth! For families with little ones, a visit to the Canoe Pool in Newcastle is a must.

Take Little Ones for a Swim at Grannies Pool

Have a splash around Grannies Pool. It’s a swimming lagoon near Blacksmiths Beach in Lake Macquarie. Facing the Swansea Channel, this shallow tidal pool is perfect for under 6s.

Blacksmiths Beach: Swim at Lake Macquarie’s Family-Friendly Beach

Take your kids for a swim at Blacksmiths Beach. It’s at the southern end of Nine Mile Beach in Lake Macquarie and considered the most family-friendly section of the nine miles.

Visit Moonee Beach near Catherine Hill Bay for a Coastal Paradise

For exquisite coastal views, enchanting rock pools and calm swimming spots, check out Moonee Beach, near Catherine Hill Bay in the Lake Macquarie region.