Avalon Rock Pool

A 50-metre pool with its own toddler section at the southern end of Avalon Beach, taking spray off the ocean when there is any swell running. A boardwalk leads on from the pool towards the headland, which makes it easy to combine a swim with a short walk. Free.

Coordinates: -33.6374962, 151.3320645

Part of Sydney's ocean pools cut into the rock

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