About 21 kilometres from Sydney’s central business district, Long Reef is a picture-perfect expanse of white sand on the Northern Beaches. The Long Reef Aquatic Reserve is surrounded by a number of underwater shipwrecks. The Manly ferries Dee Why and Bellubera were among the numerous vessels intentionally sunk off Long Reef Aquatic Reserve in the 1970s and 1980s in order to build artificial reefs. A large south swell can create a stunning wave up to five metres on the offshore reef in the north (the Long Reef Bombora), which begins to break at around one metre. Surfers at all levels will enjoy the beach breaks created by dependable sandbanks. You have a good chance of finding a decent wave to yourself during the workday.
With reefs that break to the left and right, Long Reef offers fairly consistent surfing conditions. When there is a roaring north-easter that blows across the beach in an offshore breeze, making the waves smooth and very rideable, then is the perfect time to go out.
A wonderful stroll across the golf course and onto the headland-circling footpath. Depending on the tides, either descend the stairs to the point or stroll around. Frequently, someone will be flying a kite or a paraglider
Around halfway between Manly and Palm Beach, a geologically significant granite platform known as Long Reef Point protrudes into the ocean. The nearby coastal cliffs include an overlook that offers fantastic views of the Northern Beaches from both directions. I’d advise the more daring visitors to time their visit to coincide with low tide.
A lovely location for a family picnic, pack a lunch and prepare a BBQ on the free electric barbeques located between the beach and the parking lot. There are several open grassy spaces where you may set up a calm picnic or organise a friendly game of cricket.
Long Reef Beach amenities include public restrooms, showers, a viewing platform, a picnic area, and a kiosk.
You may even enjoy a great meal there while taking in the pleasant ambience of the golf course, fresh ocean air, and beach vistas, which is located on the Long Reef headland between Collaroy Beach and Dee Why. Open for lunch and dinner on Fridays in addition to breakfast and lunch.
The City Bus Service
The city and Manly Wharf, which is situated on the northern side of Sydney Harbour, both have regular bus services. From Manly, you can ride a regular bus (151). Take the bus past other beaches and beauty before taking the boat from Circular Quay to the outside of the city. You may also take the ferry or jet cat over the magnificent harbour. The bus stop may be found at Manly Wharf.
To get to the North Shore from the city, take the 155 or 156. Bus services begin from Wynyard Railway Station in Sydney’s central business district (centre). Bus stops are scattered throughout the green park next to the station, as shown on the map of Wynyard.
visit Transport NSW(Opens in a new window) for bus information and timetables.
Parking
Parking is free for cars with Northern Beaches Council parking permits, and those without a permission can pay to park; pay and display is also an option. Designated disabled car spaces.
