Congwong Beach

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Gentle waves lap Congwong Beach, with Bare Island in background. Photo: Kevin McGrath/OEH.
View of Congwong Beach surrounded by coastal bushland. Photo: Natasha Webb/OEH.
View across sandy Congwong Beach and a group of seagulls, with Bare Island in the background. Photo:
Rock platform at the water's edge. Photo: Kevin McGrath/OEH.
Congwong Beach at sunrise, with bushland and historic tower in the background. Photo: Stacy
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Park alerts

Kamay Botany Bay National Park

5 current alerts · Checked 13 Oct 2026, 12:05 pm

Official alerts
  • Elsewhere in the parkClosed areasUntil 24 Oct 2026

    Partial closure of Cape Solander Drive

    Cape Solander Drive will be closed to vehicle access from the entrance to the Cricket Pitch car park from 6am to 12.30pm on Saturday 24 October 2026 due to a special event taking place within the National Park.

    The Cricket Pitch car park and pedestrian access will remain open. Local tracks/trails will be open to pedestrian access. For your safety, please always follow marshals' instructions.

    We appreciate your understanding and apologise for the inconvenience.

About

Congwong Beach is a perfect spot for a relaxing family day out in Sydney's Kamay Botany National Park. Easy to reach from Cann Park in La Perouse, via a 100m path with steps, this sheltered sandy beach is great for children.

Lounge on your beach blanket, surrounded by nature, and take in beautiful views of Botany Bay and Bare Island. Bathe in gently lapping waves, or head to the rocky outcrops at either end of the beach to cast your fishing line. Congwong Beach and nearby Bare Island are popular spots for snorkelling and scuba diving, especially in spring and autumn.

It's an ideal spot to cool off after hiking the return walking tracks to Henry Head and Cape Banks, or cycling the La Perouse loop.

Watch seabirds dip and dive and keep an eye out for passing dolphins as you enjoy a beach picnic. Or, head to local cafes for lunch or dinner. Don't forget to take in the local history at Bare Island Fort and La Perouse Museum.

Know before you go

Part of Kamay Botany Bay National Park

La Perouse area · Kamay Botany Bay National Park · Sydney and surrounds

Visit beautiful Congwong Beach, in La Perouse, perfect for swimming, picnics, snorkelling and fishing. Only 15km from central Sydney, this family friendly beach is also close to cafes and walks.

Accessibility
No wheelchair access

What to bring

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Suitable clothing

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Get in touch

Phone

1300 072 757

Email

parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

Website

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Nielsen Park office

02 9337 5511npws.sydneysouth@environment.nsw.gov.au

Greycliffe House, Nielsen Park, 6 Steele Point Road, Vaucluse NSW 2030

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Where you'll be

La Perouse NSW 2036

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Hours

Open 24 hours