Patonga NSW

Patonga is a river side town located directly on the Northern Banks at the mouth of the Hawkesbury River. It has many opportunities for an adventure with a boat ramp, ferry wharf, sandy beach the perfect launching spot for any water based activity.

There are several ways to reach Patonga including road and even on foot walking the Great North Walk. For some people the drive by car can take many hours, especially if you were to live on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. A good alternative to driving is to catch the ferry which is a spectacular trip on a great day. Have a look at Palm Beach Ferries or Sydney Scenic Cruises for some routes that cover Patonga.

Whilst in Patonga you can enjoy a refreshing ale in the beer garden of the local Patonga Beach Hotel, a coffee in the cafe or a bite of fish and chips from the general store.

Shelly Beach - Manly

Everyone loves a perfect day at the beach, the cool breeze and perfect waters for a refreshing swim. If your after a place with some adventure, then why not check out Shelly Beach in Many, NSW.

Shelly Beach - View from pathway

Shelly Beach is a small bay just a short walk from Sydney's Manly Beach. When on Manly Beach (Ocean Side) head south along the beach following the path past the Surf Club. The path continues to Shelly Beach. The walk itself is spectacular with many adventures waiting to be discovered.

Ocean Rock Pool

 As you walk along the path you begin to see the many different activities that this place holds. A small ocean pool allows for an uninhibited swim but also a great place for the kids.

The waters around Shelly Beach offer one of the most accessible dive sites Sydney has to offer. You will often see many people snorkeling around the calm waters and scuba divers exploring further out.

"Bower" - Surf Break

As the waters are shallow it makes for a great beginners dive site and many dive schools are often seen gathering on the beach.

Surfing is another highlight of Shelly Beach with the shallow waters offering some great waves over the reef. You can watch the surfers dive straight into the waters from the rocks.

The western point of the beach also know as the "Bower" offers some of the shallowest breaks in Sydney. The shallow waters make it popular for surfers when the swell is right.

You'll often see paddle boarders make the journey out to the bower or just paddle around the calm waters in the bay.

Calm waters of Shelly Beach

As Shelly Beach faces inland and not directly towards the ocean it remains a calm and kid friendly beach. No big dumpers are going to send you flying here, which makes it a excellent spot for launching a kayak.

There are fantastic picnic facilities in the area including gas bbq's and picnic tables. Get in quick as they go really fast. Several cafes are also nearby for those that prefer a sit down or take away feast.

Climb the hill behind Shelly Beach for an awesome exploring. A rocky outcrop offers magnificent views and further on you can walk to the famous North Head.

For more information check out :-

Wikipedia
Manly Council Website