🌿 A ripper sheltered beach with shady spots and safe swim for the whole fam, mate!

Pilot Beach Carpark Camden Head - Family-Friendly Beach Escape - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Pilot Beach Carpark in Camden Head is a top spot for families looking for a safe, sheltered beach with calm waters and plenty of shade. The beach is perfect for little ones with no big waves, making it a great place to splash about and relax. Facilities like public toilets, fresh water showers, and ample parking add to the convenience. Visitors love the peaceful vibe, shaded picnic areas, and the nearby ice cream van for a cheeky treat. It’s ideal for a chilled arvo swim or a day out with the kids and even dog-friendly areas nearby.

📍 Park Information

📍 Address	Pilot Beach Rd, Camden Head NSW 2443, Australia
🌐 Website	Website
⭐ Rating	4.8/5 (99 reviews)
🏙️ City	Camden Head
🗺️ Coordinates	Google Map Link
🏗️ Facilities	public toilets showers parking shade

🕐 Opening Hours

Day	Hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours
Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Safe Family Beach Fun for the Little Ones ✅

Pilot Beach Carpark is a bonza spot for families with young kids. The beach is sheltered with no big waves, making it a safe lagoon for little ankle biters to splash around without worry. Parents rave about the calm, warm, and clean water, perfect for teaching kids to swim or just having a relaxed arvo by the water. Plus, there’s plenty of shady trees nearby to keep the sun off the little ones while they play. It’s a proper family-friendly beach where you can kick back knowing the kids are safe and happy.

Beautiful Shady Beach Views That'll Take Your Breath Away 🌅

This spot is a hidden gem with gorgeous natural beauty. Visitors mention the lovely shady spots under the trees right on the beach, perfect for setting up a picnic or just chilling out. The sheltered lagoon offers stunning calm water views, ideal for a peaceful swim or a quiet walk along the shore. The beach’s clean and warm water adds to the relaxing vibe, making it a ripper place to escape the hustle and bustle. It’s a true Aussie beach experience with a tranquil atmosphere that’s easy to fall in love with.

Top-Notch Facilities and Easy Access for Families 🚗

Pilot Beach Carpark ticks all the boxes when it comes to convenience. There’s ample parking right near the beach, so no worries about lugging gear too far. Public toilets and fresh water showers are available, which is a real bonus for families after a day in the sand and sea. The presence of an ice cream van in the car park is a sweet little treat for the kids. While shops aren’t close by, the facilities here make it easy to spend a full day without hassle. Just remember to pack your snacks and drinks for the arvo.

Chilled Vibes and Shady Picnic Spots for a Relaxing Arvo 🦘

If you’re after a laid-back day, Pilot Beach Carpark delivers with plenty of shady trees and peaceful surroundings. Families love setting up under the trees for a picnic or just to escape the sun between swims. The calm waters and sheltered beach create a serene environment perfect for unwinding with the kids or even bringing the dog along (in designated areas). It’s a quiet spot that feels like a hidden treasure, ideal for those who want to relax and enjoy nature without the crowds.

💬 What Visitors Are Saying

Family friendly beach great for little ones no big waves but can get busy during holiday seasons so go early for a good spot under the trees.
Sheltered family beach at it's best. Great shady spots, ample parking and a gorgeous spot for a swim.
The reserve has public toilets and fresh water showers.
Great beach for kids or walk over to Pilot beach to get some waves, showers & toilets close by & the ice cream van is usually in the car park 🍦 plenty of shade from the trees also on the beach
When conditions are right this is a fabulous safe swimming beach.
The best family beach ever!
Really good place. No waves which is nice, warm and clean water. We love it.
Great location for families and dogs.
Beautiful family beach good for young kids
Ample parking and a gorgeous spot for a swim.