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Coogee to Bondi Sydney beach walk

We start this walk at the southern end of Coogee beach beside the Coogee surf lifesaving club. From here we admire Coogee beach and Dolphin point this is the direction in which we intend to travel while we stand here admiring the massive cliff at dolphin point that is holding back the fury of the ocean Pacific we Contemplate the scenic views we are about to experience. This is the best-known coastal walk along the ocean cliff tops on a path that hugs the massive sandstone cliffs and beaches. This walk offers views of massive sandstone cliffs that had been carved up by the constant Attack from Mother Nature. The years of erosion from the fury of the Pacific Ocean and other elements including the persistent Pounding of the waves against the rock face and the edge of the cliffs have left designs in the cliff face with eye-catching colours and shapes. While walking you will find there are many places to sit relax and admire breathtaking views and to listen to the calming sounds of the ocean waves Smashing into the rocks below. When walking along the man-made path that winds up and down hugging the coastline you will find many delightful surprises awaiting you around the Next bend. There are sheltered little bay’s People fishing, diving, snorkelling is only a few of the sights you are able to see while walking through this fascinating Combination of sea and landscapes That will astonish you every step you take.

 

Coogee beach  

Beside the Coogee surf, lifesaving club there is a path that leads into Grant Park on the left hand side opposite a children’s playground and a sign indicating steps down to the Mclver baths last remaining coastal bath for women and children only. Built in 1866 when mixed bathing was not permitted and the pool on the north side of the beach was Restricted to men. We start walking towards Coogee bay on the opposite side of the beach is a large grassy park the Goldstein reserve where there are picnic tables, toilets, street cafes and all the facilities usually associated with its popular picnic area and holiday spot. We walk through the sign Dunningham Park and head towards the top of Dunningham Park on the northern headland of Coogee beach until we reach the gateway to Gilies baths. Standing on top of the steps, we take advantage of this viewpoint point position overlooking Coogee bay the baths and the Pacific Ocean. After we have finished admiring the coastal landscape we walk back to the top before we start our journey again we read the memorial plaque dedicated to the victims of the Bali bombing in 2002, the site has been renamed Dolphin point In memory of the six victims that were members of the Coogee Dolphin football club. After we have finished reminiscing about that tragic day in Australian history, we continue on to Gordon bay our next stop.  

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Gordon bay

The path leads past a native bush regeneration project on to Major Street we turn right we travel down the hill through a cool passageway of Australian native bush shrubs and trees until we reach our next exciting Surprise. Gordon bay shielded from the sometimes-fierce waves of the Pacific Ocean and enclosed by walled cliffs this small 75-meter beach is home to the Gordon bay amateur fishing club. This deep inlet is a favourite location for divers, snorkelers alike, and the ideal location for the protection of the fishing club's headquarters and their fishing boats nestled together on the beach.

Clovelly

 

Our next stop Clovelly bay is a deep narrow bay lined with wide concrete platforms that run along much of its length, and is sheltered by a shallow reef at the mouth. There is a small sandy beach at its head and Bundock Park with a play area for the children. On the north side enclosed barbeque facilities overlooking the beach the swimming pool and Sea salt cafe. This park and swimming area are a favourite location for swimming and family barbeques especially parents with young children because of the child friendly environment. 

Bronte Coogee Aquatic reserve

 After a well earn rest we continue along the path that hugs the Bronte Coogee Aquatic reserve and into Bronte beach, Smaller than Coogee and Bondi but larger than Clovelly bay and our next stop Tamarrama bay. Bronte reserve is more eye-catching on first glimpse the beach is backed by far-reaching park edge with a variety of full-grown trees. Mother Nature has designed the beach in such a way that every member of the family can have a safe and enjoyable time Swimming in the Crystal clear blue water and playing on the yellow shiny sand at Bronte-Coogee Aquatic reserve. Mother Nature has divided the beach into two sections. On the north side, there is no protection from the pacific with the wave’s constantly smashing into the sea shoreline. On the south side along the water’s edge, there are small rocks and boulders a rock jumping path way that protects a cool body of shallow water where all our youngest can frolic and swim safely. If you have time to spare , pay a visit to Bronte house a stone bungalow designed with a hipped roof and lean –to verandas completed back in 1845 and is the oldest building in the eastern suburbs. Located on the southern side of  Bronte house 

Tamarrama bay

Tamarrama bay our next port of entry another gorgeous little beach enclosed by sand stone head lands, but behind Tamarama gully; a deep green tunnel a delightful walk amongst the trees beside what was once a natural creek leads you to a picturesque waterfall take time out to enjoy the native landscape and listen to the song birds of Australia. Tamarrama Park has a grassy area near the beach another delightful recreational resting spot. This pleasant setting is probably a good place as any to take a break there are picnic facilities scattered around the Park a play area for the children and toilets close by and handy. The history Tamarrama bay was Sydney’s first coastal amusement park opened in 1887 the greatest attraction was the roller-coaster people marvel at the aquarium creatures that included seals and a tiger shark. Wonderland city which replaced the Bondi Aquarium was Festival of noise it thrilled crowds with an airship suspended above the bay and rides on an elephant named Alice. The popularity of the park soon deteriorated  after charges of animal cruelties and the local residents continual battle for beach access lead to a decline in crowds and revenue and the park closed it gates in 1911.

Mackenzies point 

After our rest, we continue our journey back on the path that follows the water’s edge round to Mackenzie’s point where there is a look out over Bondi and the cliffs to Coogee. After the look out at Mackenzie’s point, we continue on to the Bondi icebergs.

Bondi Ice bergs

  The Bondi icebergs are a swimming club founded in 1929 by a few resilient men who wanted to stay fit and healthy during winter. They drew up a constitution featuring a rule of membership that specified swimmers must compete on three Sundays out of four for five years. Women were only allowed to join this elite club in 1994. The club celebrates the start of winter on the first Sunday in May by throwing blocks of ice into the pool. From here, we adore the panoramic view of Bondi beach and near the end of our walk; we resumed walking until we reach the beach. 

Bondi Beach

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Bondi beach the name taken from an aboriginal term boondi- the noise of tumbling waves only 8 kilometres from the city center of Sydney this well-known beach always swamped with visitors during summer. Campbell parade the main street along the beachfront is alive with cafes, pubs, tourist shop. The grassed park that fronts on to the beach has a large grassed area and skateboard ramp and a pavilion renowned for art shows and cultural displays. Bondi beach is world renowned for a variety of sports and was the venue of the beach volleyball events during the 2000 Olympic Games. However, the sport that is synonymous with Bondi beach is surfing on any day even during winter there will be many people out on the water challenging the waves and the force of nature surfing and defying gravity. 

 

Walk at a glance

Grade-Easy

Distance- Approximately   6.5 kilometres

Conditions- Not much shade

Time to complete- about 2 hours

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