Gibsons Beach

very shallow beach, perfect for young children, however there are a lot of dogs. great flat area with great visibility. nearby park perfect for small gatherings and kids parties.

Beach has gone to the dogs. Despite signage saying that dogs aren't allowed on the beach or the reserve, dogs run around off leash sniffing at picnics and running over beach towels. Entitled locals ignore the no dogs regulation and Woollahra Council don't seem to enforce it.

Super crowded and dirty. Found several plastic items there and lots of broken beer bottles. People walking barefoot could have easily cut their themselves. The whole beach is busy with many bars and restaurants that attract tourists. Even though the water is shallow I wouldn’t recommend it for swimming or snorkeling either, there are too many boats and people on kayaks and paddle boards don’t care about swimmers. I really don’t understand why people care so little about the environment and fellow swimmers. Be polite and take your rubbish with you!

Gibsons Beach is to the left of the popular tourist (but very small ) beach of Watson's Bay as you look out to the sea. There is more sand and much more space for families and children and the sand is cleaner and much nicer than Watson's Bay. Don't get me wrong, I love Watson's Bay, but only for using the ferry, or eating at the three restaurants/eateries there. Gibson's has everything. The beach is softly shelving into the sea, the waves are gentle and there are no tourists gawking around. It also backs onto the Gibson's Beach nature reserve so plenty of space and shade for little ones and anyone who needs to take ten out of the sun.

Great little beach. Shallow, calm waters. Next to pier and baths. Bathrooms and showers.