Avoca Beach is a coastal suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia, about 95 kilometres (59 mi) north of Sydney. Avoca Beach is primarily a residential suburb but also a popular tourist destination. Avoca Beach village has a variety of restaurants and cafes as well as a post office, newsagent, pharmacy and mini-mart. Avoca Beach also has a historic cinema, a hotel, bowling club, motel and caravan park. It is located within the Central Coast Council local government area.
Avoca beach is ideal for recreational swimming and learning to surf, as is nearby Terrigal beach. Family favourite Ettalong Beach is a well-known fishing beach which also has excellent boating facilities. Or check out Ocean Beach Umina, with more than 2 km of sandy beaches to explore.
Attractions
Avoca Beach stretches between two dominating rocky headlands. While the surf varies from one end to the other to suit the novice or more experienced surfer, it is also ideal for fishing and recreational swimming for all ages. Avoca Beach also features an ocean rock pool near the Surf Life Saving Club, perfect for young children.
Avoca Lake, situated behind the beach, is a peaceful recreational still-water retreat with pleasant walks and picnic areas.
Features
Accessible Beach Matting