Mackarel Beach

As Mackarel Beach is a secluded area, there are no nearby restaurants. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own food and drinks.

There are no hotels in Great Mackerel Beach, but visitors can find accommodation in nearby suburbs such as Palm Beach or Avalon.

Mackarel Beach has basic amenities such as bathrooms, picnic tables, and shaded areas, but no lifeguards on duty or dogs allowed.

Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking, among other activities.

Parking for Mackarel Beach is limited, and visitors can only access the beach by ferry or a walking trail. There is a parking lot at the start of the trail, but it is paid.

A fun fact about Mackarel Beach is that the beach was named after the abundance of mackerel fish that used to be caught there.

While the beach itself is the main attraction, visitors can also explore the surrounding areas, including nearby hiking trails such as the Great Mackerel Beach to Currawong Beach track. The Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park is also nearby.