Rock To Rock & Mini Rock Ocean Swim

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Sun, 5 Apr 2026

Elizabeth Beach, Pacific Palms NSW

Ocean Swim

600m & 1.5km

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Why this event?

A beautiful Easter-weekend regional swim at a crystal-clear beach framed by two headlands

Nestled in the heart of the Great Lakes region, the Rock to Rock is one of NSW’s most scenic and soul-soothing ocean swims. Held every Easter Sunday at the beautifully protected Elizabeth Beach, this event is as much about the vibe as the swim itself, family-friendly, community-led, and surrounded by untouched coastal beauty.

The 600m Mini Rock is perfect for beginners, kids, and cruisy swimmers looking to get a taste of the ocean, while the 1.5km Rock to Rock is a stunning loop between two dramatic rocky headlands that frame the beach like a natural amphitheatre. You’ll swim in clear, turquoise water, often shared with dolphins, over white sand and reef, with the sun sparkling on the surface and nothing but good vibes on shore.

It’s an event that brings locals and holiday-makers together, with plenty of space to stretch out, cheer each other on, and soak up that Easter long weekend magic. Whether it’s your first ocean swim or your annual must-do, the Rock to Rock delivers the goods, salty, scenic, and seriously good for the soul.

On the day

What's on offer

600m Ocean Swim

Mini Rock

10 years

The Mini Rock is a 600m swim that’s perfect for kids aged 10+ or adults new to ocean swimming. Swimmers will follow a straightforward course that takes them straight out across the beach, before looping back and finishing on the sand in front of the crowd. Held at Elizabeth Beach, which is well protected from big swell and wild conditions, this swim is ideal for those building confidence in the ocean. With relatively calm waters, soft sand, and strong water safety support, it’s a great choice for first-timers, younger swimmers, or anyone looking for a cruisy, feel-good swim in a stunning setting.

1.5km Ocean Swim

Rock to Rock

10 years

The main event of the day, the Rock to Rock is a 1.5km ocean swim that takes swimmers on a triangular course between the two dramatic rocky headlands that frame Elizabeth Beach. It’s clear, calm, and an absolute joy to swim, perfect for those wanting a longer hit-out in one of the most picturesque settings on the coast. Thanks to its protected location, Elizabeth Beach is well shielded from big swell and wild conditions, making it one of the safest spots to swim on the Mid North Coast. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or still finding your rhythm, this course is suitable for all abilities, with excellent water safety and plenty of room to cruise. With crystal-clear water, friendly locals, and the occasional dolphin sighting, this swim is more than just a challenge; it’s an experience you’ll want to come back to year after year.

What’s on when

8:30-10:00 am – Registration & late entries open (Pacific Palms SLSC)
10:30 am – Mandatory safety briefing for 600m swim
11:00am – Mini Rock 600m swim start
11:30 am – Mandatory safety briefing for 1.5km swim
12:00 pm – Rock To Rock 1.5km swim start
2:00 pm – Prizegiving (Pacific Palms SLSC)

Prepare for this event

Have A Go: 1km Training Program
Whether you’re coming back after a long break or you’re completely new to swimming, we’ll help you prepare for your 1km swim. Learn more

Learn online with the OceanFit Academy or join a hands-on ocean clinic to improve your surf and open water skills.