Coffs Harbour · New South Wales · Australia
Jetty Beach
You'll smell the salt and diesel before you see the boats bobbing in their moorings. Jetty Beach curves along Coffs Harbour's working marina, where families wade in shallow water while anglers cast lines from the century-old timber pylons. The sheltered bay keeps waves gentle, wind calm, and swimmers safe year-round.
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You'll smell the salt and diesel before you see the boats bobbing in their moorings. Jetty Beach curves along Coffs Harbour's working marina, where families wade in shallow water while anglers cast lines from the century-old timber pylons. The sheltered bay keeps waves gentle, wind calm, and swimmers safe year-round.
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About this beach
Where it is
Jetty Beach
Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
-30.3065°, 153.1426°
Top things to do
At Jetty Beach
Sheltered harbour swims
Calm water, toddler-safe depths
Snorkel the pylons
Fish schools beneath jetty timber
Pelican feeding time
Daily 9 a.m. marina show
Jetty Strip dining
Boardwalk fish-and-chips, ocean views
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Jetty Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Jetty Beach.
Is Jetty Beach safe for swimming and families?
Jetty Beach is one of Coffs Harbour's safest swimming spots, particularly ideal for families. The beach is sheltered by the harbour breakwall, creating calm, protected waters with minimal waves and currents. Lifeguards patrol during peak seasons and school holidays. The gentle, shallow water near shore makes it perfect for young children. However, always swim between the red and yellow flags when lifeguards are on duty, and check local conditions as occasional jellyfish can appear during warmer months.
When is the best time to visit Jetty Beach?
Jetty Beach is enjoyable year-round thanks to Coffs Harbour's subtropical climate. Summer (December-February) offers warm water temperatures around 23-26°C, ideal for swimming, though it's busiest then. Autumn and spring provide pleasant weather with fewer crowds and comfortable temperatures. Winter (June-August) is milder with temperatures around 17-20°C—still suitable for beach walks and activities. Early mornings offer calmer conditions and stunning sunrises, while the sheltered location ensures relatively consistent conditions regardless of season.
