There are two courses as part of the Bilgola ocean swim: a very achievable 500m swim and the 1.5km main event.
Course subject to change.
Bilgola Nippers will run a BBQ for visitors. Delicious food and soft drinks available for purchase (card only).
The Zubi at Billy’s Cafe is a relaxed beachside cafe offering a wide range of food and drinks – and a firm favourite with the locals.
Avalon offers a wide range of cafe’s, shops and restaurants.
If you fancy a round of afternoon golf, book a round in at the Avalon Golf Course just north of the beach.
When you’re this far up the northern beaches, there is a lot of sightseeing to be done just by driving around the coastline. Hit Sunday driving mode and see what’s around the next corner.
Parking is available in Porter Reserve at North Newport, you’ll find the entry in Burke St off Barrenjoey Rd, on the left as you leave Newport heading towards Bilgola and Avalon.
A free shuttle bus will transport you to the beach.
Parking is also available at Newport Beach car park.
Northern Beaches Council parking fees apply.
Shuttle information
There will be a shuttle bus that will regularly pick up from both Newport Beach car park and Porter Reserve. Look for the Billy Swim volunteers with signs. The shuttle will run continuous loops between Newport/Porter Reserve and Bilgola Beach from 7.45am, finishing about 12 noon.
Walking track from Newport to Bilgola Beach
There is a short walking track over the headland between North Newport and Bilgola beach. (approx 12 mins). Join the track at the north end of Newport Beach – it’s quick and easy, and you can take in the beautiful views!
Please ensure you allow enough time to get to the beach and registration before your race starts.
Bag Drop
You can leave your bags at Bilgola Surf Club bag drop area (gym side door) during the swim.
Billy Merchandise
Various club items like towels, T-shirts, caps, hoodies will be available for purchase from the club.
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ResetTucked away on the Northern Beaches of Sydney is Bilgola Beach -one of the smallest and most picturesque beaches in the Sydney area -and home to one of the more challenging swims of the Pittwater Ocean Swim Series.
Despite its bucolic setting, the swell is tricky, reflected in the Guringai Aboriginal meaning for the original place name ‘Belgoula’ of ‘swirling waters’. But fear not -alongside this reputation, another reputation is the water safety offered by Bilgola SLSC for the 500m and 1500m swims on the day, which is second to none.
The Bilgola Ocean Swim, affectionately known as the ‘Billy’, has two different swims starting an hour apart, 500m and 1.5km, and the more daring swimmers can certainly try to complete both.
The event is a major Bilgola Surf Life Saving Club fundraiser, supporting patrol activities and equipment acquisition throughout the season. Your entry fees help keep Bilgola Beach safe.
While you’re in Bilgola, make a day of it and explore the northern tip of the beaches.
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