Newcastle Canoe Pool
A much-loved heritage ocean pool at Newcastle East with a 4.6 rating across 68 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Newcastle Canoe Pool sits on Shortland Esplanade in Newcastle East, along the city's beautiful coastline in NSW. A 4.6 rating from 68 reviews marks it as a much-loved spot.
The appeal is a lovely, sheltered heritage swimming spot — a historic shallow ocean pool that's a genuine favourite for a paddle, a safe splash for the kids or simply soaking up the lovely Newcastle beachfront. It's a lovely, free outing.
Ocean pools have changing conditions, tides and seasonal facilities, so check current details and take care around the water. Otherwise it's a free, family-friendly spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and your swimmers.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 76
- Popularity
- 56
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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