Malabar Beach: Sydney’s Serene Coastal Escape
Bay Parade, Malabar NSW 2036
Area: Eastern Suburbs
Closely located to well-known tourist hotspots like La Perouse and Maroubra Beach, Malabar Beach stands as one of Sydney’s less-explored coastal treasures. Despite its discreet charm, it offers a tranquil spot for beachgoers, particularly families with young children, seeking a quieter and more relaxed environment.
Beachscape and Features
As you stroll along Malabar Beach, you’ll find its sands stretching for about 200 meters, adorned with sandstone rocks and cliffs at both ends. Towards the northern side, a convenient boat ramp awaits exploration, while a captivating rock pool beckons further south, just below the Randwick Golf Club.
Backdrop of Cromwell Park
Embracing Malabar Beach is Cromwell Park, a lush expanse that enhances your beach experience. This grassy area includes a children’s playground and essential facilities, including public toilets, showers, and change rooms, ensuring a comfortable outing for you and your family.
Diverse Recreational Activities
Malabar Beach offers a variety of activities for its visitors including swimming, jogging, snorkelling, rock fishing, kayaking, or even scuba diving, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Underwater Wonders: Diving Sites
For the adventurous souls, Malabar Beach unveils two popular diving sites—the shipwrecks of the MV Malabar and the SS Goolgwai. Delve into the underwater mysteries, but keep in mind that Malabar Beach is not patrolled by lifeguards, so exercise caution during your exploration.
Surfing Seasons
If you enjoy surfing, plan your visit during autumn, particularly in the month of June. Experience the thrill of surfing Malabar with consistent clean waves, which typically grace the beach 16% of the time in June. However, be mindful that conditions may not always be optimal, with a 19% chance of waves being blown out. Plan your surfing adventures accordingly for the best experience.
Malabar Beach at a Glance
Park / Reserve: | Yes |
BBQs: | No |
Picnic Tables: | No |
Shade: | Yes |
Swimming: | Yes |
Beach patrolled: | No |
Playground: | Yes |
Cafes / Restaurants: | No |
Toilets / Showers: | Yes |
Parking: | Street parking and a car park |
Water Sports: | Swimming Kayaking Standup Paddleboarding Snorkelling |
Things to Do at Malabar Beach
Children will enjoy:
- Playing at the playground
- Drawing pictures in the sand
- Exploring rock pools
- Swimming
More things to do at the beach for kids
Teenagers will have a lot of fun:
- Standup paddleboarding
- Snorkelling
- Playing spike ball
Adults will enjoy:
- Swimming
- Snorkelling
- Reading a book
- Fishing
More things to do at the beach for adults.
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Getting to Malabar Beach by Public Transport
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