Swimming Spots

One Mile Beach, situated within Forster's residential area, is a beloved destination among both surfers and families. It is closely monitored by lifeguards on holidays and weekends,... offering a safe environment for beachgoers. Adjacent to the beach lies a spacious park featuring barbecue facilities, picnic areas, and playground equipment. At the northern tip of the beach, visitors can access Bennett's Head lookout, providing breathtaking 360-degree views of the surroundings. This spot is also home to a colossal sandhill, perfect for exhilarating sand sliding and boarding adventures, and offers an excellent vantage point for capturing stunning photos of the beach. Additionally, there's a picturesque stretch of white sand where dolphins are frequently spotted gracefully riding the waves in the crystal-clear water. Interestingly, the name "One Mile Beach" does not refer to the beach's length but instead indicates its distance from the Forster post office. It's important to note that lifeguards patrol this beach diligently, ensuring the safety of beach enthusiasts, especially during the bustling summer holiday season.

Burgess Beach, located along Burgess Road in Forster, is a serene and secluded coastal destination. While it lacks the amenities found on larger beaches, it remains a great choice for families, offering... natural shelter on three sides and numerous small rock caves to explore. It's important to note that this beach is not patrolled for safety. Nestled between Cape Hawke and Booti Booti National Park, Burgess Beach is renowned for its rocky formations, making it a favored location for thrilling rock hopping adventures.

Pebbly Beach is just a brief walk away from Forster's Main Beach, following the scenic Bicentennial Walk along the coastline. It's an ideal spot for families, renowned for the captivating Tanks rock formation... that forms a charming inlet, perfect for swimming and relaxation. Despite its name, the beach boasts ample sandy shores, and it features extensive areas of smooth, ocean-polished rocks, making it a fantastic spot for snorkeling. This location is immensely popular among both tourists and locals for swimming. The adjacent park, situated along the Bicentennial Walk, offers amenities such as a playground, picnic shelters, barbecues, and public toilets. It's important to note that this beach is not patrolled for safety.

The Tanks, a striking rock formation along the Bicentennial Walk, creates a picturesque rock pool perfect for enjoyable family swimming and snorkeling activities. The name "The Tanks" originates from... a group of steel ship tanks that were once situated here during the construction of the Forster breakwall in the 1890s. These tanks supplied water for the steam engine trains, which transported quarried rocks from Bennetts Head to the current breakwall location. During high tide, The Tanks are filled with water, and as the tide recedes, it unveils the sandy base. The majority of the swimming area is shielded from incoming waves by natural rock formations, providing a safe and entertaining environment for children to swim in. To reach The Tanks, it is advisable to park along Head Street and take a stroll through the nearby reserve toward the ocean. Picnic tables and public restrooms are conveniently located, as well as Pebbly Beach, which features a park and BBQ facilities. Please note that this location is not monitored by lifeguards.

Spanning from the Forster break wall to the Ocean Baths, Forster Main Beach is 563 meters of fun. This beach area is shielded from large waves, making it safe for swimming and ideal for families. Lifeguards... are on duty during the swimming season. Its proximity to cafes and shops allows beachgoers to easily take a break from the sand and enjoy refreshments on a hot summer day. Forster Surf Club is situated here, with the picturesque surroundings of Pilot Hill and Second Head, both offering scenic walking trails. During the summer months, Main Beach is patrolled by lifeguards on weekends, and in October and during school holidays, it is patrolled every day. Forster Ocean Baths, a short walk away, provide a protected swimming area and accessible ramps for visitors.

Forster Ocean Baths is located on North Street, next to Forster Main Beach. It's a popular swimming spot, particularly for the littlies and young families. The large pool has an infinity edge, making it... feel like you're floating in the ocean, without any of the waves. The Forster Ocean Baths, commonly known as The Bull Ring, was officially inaugurated on January 18, 1936. Remarkably, the pool's physical structure has remained largely unchanged since its opening. The pool spans 56 meters along the northern wall, 50 meters along the eastern wall, and 69 meters along the western wall. During high tide, seawater flows into the pool through an inlet valve positioned on the eastern side of the wall, aided by gravity. This water, along with debris, travels through a pipe to a sediment well where sand, rocks, seaweed, and shells settle at the bottom. From there, the water is pumped into the swimming pool.