A Local's Guide to Great Mackerel Beach
Great Mackerel Beach is not an island but part of the mainland without any roads, and access only by ferry. The neighbouring Currawong Beach is sometimes referred to as Little Mackerel Beach.
Great Mackerel Beach is only accessible by boat. The best way to get there is by taking the Palm Beach ferry, water taxi, or renting your own boat.
The village of about 120 homes, which is located within Ku-ring-gai National Park, has a permanent population of approximately 40 people.
Great Mackerel Beach does not have any stores, public toilets, barbecues or picnic facilities, public rubbish services, or public drinking water faucets.
How far is Great Mackerel Beach from the Sydney CBD?
Great Mackerel Beach is about 45 km to the Sydney CBD.
Where do the locals hang out at Great Mackerel Beach?
Great Mackerel Beach locals usually hang out in their own homes, the beach and the surrounding national park.
What is there to do at Great Mackerel Beach?
There are walks/hikes which pass by the beach and point to the Currawong walking trail. Local beaches such as Little Mackerel Beach, and Resolute Beach are close by for swimming and sunbaking. Boating and fishing are very popular.
What is shopping like at Great Mackerel Beach?
There are no stores at Great Mackerel Beach, but it is close to Palm Beach or the Northern Beaches by ferry.
What is there to do at Great Mackerel Beach?
Great Mackerel Beach is great for walking/hiking, boating swimming and relaxing.
Is there a Golf Course at Great Mackerel Beach?
There is no golf course in Great Mackerel Beach, but there are plenty of other courses in the surrounding suburbs.
What is public transport like in Great Mackerel Beach?
Great Mackerel Beach does not have any public transport. You will need to get around by car or boat. There are ferries that leave from Palm Beach and drop you off by the beach.
What is the best way to get to Great Mackerel Beach?
The best way to get to Great Mackerel Beach, NSW is by boat. Palm Beach has daily ferry services running. There are also water taxis that leave from Palm Beach Wharf.
Is there a hospital near Great Mackerel Beach?
There are no hospitals near Great Mackerel Beach. The closest hospital is Mona Vale Hospital.






