Trial Bay Beach

Natural Attractions

Trial Bay is a sheltered bay protected from the swell by a purpose-built break wall.

From Laggers Point look west you can watch the sunset over the water, this is one of only a few places on the East Coast of Australia where it is possible.

It is a very calm beach and popular with families and small children.

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The spectacular view from Smoky Cape picnic area. Photo: Debby McGerty © NSW Government

Smoky Cape picnic area

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Aerial view of Trial Bay. Photo: Rob Mulally/DPIE

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