Sydney’s ocean pools are one of the city’s major tourist draws, often featured on “must-do” or best outdoor pool lists online. Their inviting scenic views and tolerable to pleasant water temperatures fed by the East Australian Current make swimming, bathing and surfing an enjoyable summer pastime – not only among locals and visitors but also early convicts!
Bronte Baths on Sydney’s northern coast is an iconic example of such an ecosystem in action, formed naturally by waves and wind erosion into sandstone headlands sculpted by waves, wind, and waves – an ideal combination of hard surface that can be excavated fairly easily yet remain stable over geological timescales. Furthermore, much of NSW coastline features short to medium length sandy beaches nestled between rocky headlands providing natural bathing spots without disruption to surrounding environments.
Home owners find the Sydney pool an easy choice, given its capacity to host large groups and spacious backyard setting. At 20′ 1″, its 20 foot 1 inch length can hold 6-8 swimmers at once – perfect for fitting an entire group or family together while still providing privacy when relaxing solo.
But the Sydney pool is more than a great choice for outdoor parties: it can also make an excellent spot to soak up some sun. Boasting an expansive deck and perfect water temperatures suitable for swimming and lounging, its 3,550 gallon capacity enables it to accommodate many guests without sending your water or electric bills through the roof!
Pools first gained widespread recognition during the early 1800s, when convicts at Newcastle constructed one of NSW’s first artificial pools – known as “bogey holes”, named for a Dharawal term meaning bathe. By late 1880s, coastal resorts across New South Wales began carving and dynamiting their own pools as a tourist draw.
Sydney pool has long been a source of pride among city residents, who take great pleasure in boasting they were among the first in Australia to boast such an amenity. Thanks to ongoing restoration work being conducted with volunteer assistance and funding from NSW Government grants, Sydney pool will continue to bring pleasure for generations. For more information visit Sydney Pools official website here.
