See City road and other maintenance works that may affect traffic conditions near you.
See when our services will be open over the Summer holiday period.
Nominate a local legend, group or volunteer for a 2025 Coffs Harbour Australia Day Award by Sunday 5 January 2025.
Emerald Beach is a quieter and picturesque beach just 20 km north of Coffs Harbour.
The beach is popular with families and for surfing and swimming.
Emerald Beach is patrolled by Lifeguards during part of the Christmas holidays (see details under 'Hours' on this page).
There is a rescue tube in a storage box at Emerald Beach Reserve. Find out more about rescue tubes and how to use them
The walk to Look At Me Now headland is a favourite activity. Visit our Coffs Coast tourism website for more nearby attractions and places to eat
Always swim between the flags. Watch our short beach safety video below and check out our Lifeguards' tips on water safety.
While dogs are not allowed on the southern end of Emerald Beach, you can walk your dogs off leash north of Fiddamans Creek. See details of the area in the map below.
Dogs on Emerald Beach Map(PDF, 119KB)
See a full list of our dog-friendly beaches
Vehicles are permitted to drive onto Emerald beach to launch and retrieve boats, but you are not allowed to park on the beach. See details in the map below and find out what you need to know when driving on our beaches
Vehicle Access Emerald Beach Map(PDF, 365KB)
Fiddaman Rd, Emerald Beach 2456 View Map
Fiddaman Rd , Emerald Beach 2456
Patrol times:9:00 am - 5:00pm every day from 27 December and 26 January
Sports field closure arrangements