Pebly Beach is a unique and scenic location situated at Crescent Head. It is known for its distinctive natural characteristics, including pebbly rocks of all sizes and shapes, all smooth and round-edged. The beach is a geologist's paradise, with volcanic rock strata jutting out at right angles from the sea bed. Two large formations, known as 'little knobby' and 'big knobby', lie at either end of the beach.
The beach is popular for a variety of activities. It is a good place for surfing, exploring around the rock pools, and fishing. During school vacations, it is common to see teenagers and adults diving or jumping from the cliffs of 'little knobby' into the sea. However, due to the choppy sea, unseen currents, and dangerous rips, it is not an ideal spot for swimming.
Pebly Beach is also a friendly place for families and dogs. Amenities include a small shop for grabbing lunch and a caravan park for ocean view stays. It is also a great place for picnics, walks, and photography, offering awe-inspiring views. Despite its popularity, the beach maintains a peaceful atmosphere, making it a highly recommended place to visit.
Best restaurants near Pebbly Beach include Lumah Restaurant, Bamboo Chinese Restaurant, Crescent Head Tavern, Green Room Cafe & Fruit, Blackfish Coffee and La Costa Cantina.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's scenic beauty and unique features as the most appreciated aspects, with many praising it as a great location for walks, photography, and even surfing. The presence of a golf course and the opportunity to explore rock pools or engage in fishing activities also add to its appeal. However, some visitors express concerns about the safety of swimming due to the pebbly terrain and potentially dangerous currents.
Most visitors to Pebbly Beach opt to stay at the nearby caravan park, which offers convenient ocean view accommodation within walking distance from the beach. Others may choose to explore accommodations in Crescent Head, a charming town that provides additional amenities and attractions for travelers.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: -31.1874094 / Longitude: 152.9821076
Pebbly Beach is located in New South Wales. The following map of Pebbly Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 12.9°C/22.1°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 22.1°C |
| Sea Temperature | 20.7 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.1 m |
| Rain Chance | 30% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:57/17:35 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 11.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 6.45 |
| Cloud Cover | 19% |
| Speed | 16.5 km/h |
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| Gusts | 41.4 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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