Fairlight Rock Pool

Along the popular Manly to Spit walking path you’ll come across quieter swimming spots that attract more of a chilled-out family vibe than the busy beaches and promenades in Manly. Fairlight Beach is one of those gems, and the clear, calm waters are something of a shared secret for snorkelling and spotting sea life – however, if you’re more inclined to swim laps or if you have little ones in tow there is a walled rock pool and small paddling pool that’s sheltered from the harbour swell. What makes it super family-friendly are the public facilities, all pram accessible from the path. There are warm showers and accessible toilets too.