Photo of Gap Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Gap Beach with blue pure water surface

Photo of Gap Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Gap Beach located in natural area

Photo of Gap Beach surrounded by mountains

7.9

Very good

Gap Beach

Arakoon, Australia

#265 out of 491 in New South Wales

7.9

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright fine sand Deserted Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Arakoon • 2.1 km

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About

Gap Beach is located on the Tasman Sea and it is in the 13th place out of 14 beaches in the Kempsey Shire region The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious bay with crystal blue water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Gap Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Trial Bay Front Beach, which has a rating of 9.1.

Gap Beach (Kempsey Shire) is located outside the Arakoon settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Gap Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +10 ^o C

Air temperature

8.5 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Arakoon • 2.1 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.4 (Very good)

What to do in Gap Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Gap Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Connors Beach Connors Beach

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Localities

Nearest

Arakoon • 2.1km

Transport

Airport

NBH • 24.3km

Bus Station

Crescent Head Country Club, Rankine St • 33.3km

Train Station

Kundabung • 41.3km

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7.9 Very good

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Gap Beach?

The Gap Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Gap Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Gap Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Gap Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Gap Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Gap Beach are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Gap Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Gap Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Gap Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Gap Beach is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

The following features add extra points:

On the territory of the national park / reserve
Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gap Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Gap Beach.

How far is the Gap Beach from parking?

The Gap Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Gap Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Gap Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is June with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Gap Beach (Kempsey Shire Council) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Gap Beach (Kempsey Shire Council) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.