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10 of the best beaches on the Central Coast


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Home to more than 40 beaches that occupy an 87-kilometre coastline, the Central Coast of NSW is the perfect summer holiday destination.

Home to more than 40 beaches that occupy an 87-kilometre coastline, the Central Coast of New South wales is the perfect summer holiday destination.

But with so many strips of sand to choose from, where do you start? It was tough, but we’ve rounded up 10 of the best to suit beachgoers of all kinds – from water babies to grommets to sunbathers to surfing pros.

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1
Avoca Beach, NSW
The hometown of many surfing greats, including Wade Carmichael and Adrian Buchan, it’s no surprise that Avoca Beach is popular.

2
Toowoon Bay, NSW
A favourite with families, this 700-metre-long curved beach boasts calm turquoise water and white sands, perfect for little ones.

3
Soldiers Beach, NSW
Just south of the historic Norah Head Lighthouse, Soldiers Beach is increasingly popular for its pristine white sand & clear waters.

4
Wamberal Beach, NSW
Wamberal Beach is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, Terrigal.

5
Pelican Beach, NSW
Surrounded by Wyrrabalong National Park, Pelican Beach – or ‘Pelos’ as the locals call it – is true surfing nirvana.

6
Umina Beach, NSW
A popular holiday destination, Umina is home to two patrolled beaches, Umina Beach and Ocean Beach.

7
Frazer Beach, NSW
Located in Munmorah State Conservation Area, secluded Frazer Beach is fairly unknown so you may have this patch of paradise to yourself.

8
Shelly Beach, NSW
Stretching an impressive 1.5 kilometres, Shelly Beach is a great all-rounder beach.

9
Putty Beach and Killcare Beach, NSW
These two golden-sand beaches are bordered by spectacular Bouddi National Park.

10
MacMasters Beach, NSW
Immediately south of Copacabana Beach, which is popular with surfers, MacMasters Beach is more of an all-rounder for families.
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