Hordern Park
Hordern Park is a grassy, shaded reserve at the southern end of Palm Beach, right beside the sand and the surf. Its most notable feature is a set of picnic sheds and tables on the lawn, with an ocean pool for calmer swimming just steps from the beach.
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About Hordern Park
Picnic Sheds at Hordern Park
Hordern Park has picnic sheds and picnic tables set on shaded, grassy lawns, which makes it a practical base for a family lunch or a slow afternoon by the beach. The lower grassy area sits across from the beach and is the best place to spread out a picnic near the sand. Shaded spots around the lawns suit relaxing out of the sun, and the grassy areas give lovely views over Palm Beach.
Ocean Pool at Hordern Park
Hordern Park sits steps from an ocean pool at the southern end of Palm Beach. The ocean pool holds calmer water than the surf, so it suits swimmers who prefer sheltered conditions to breaking waves. The park borders the beach itself, which lets visitors move between the lawns, the pool and the sand with very little walking, whether they come for a swim, a picnic or both.
Facilities at Hordern Park
Visitor tips for Hordern Park
- ✓Wear shoes on the lawns, as bindis grow in the grass.
- ✓Save your swim for the warmer months, when the water is more comfortable.
- ✓Take the stairs across Florida Road to walk up to Pacific Road and the Bible Garden.
Getting to Hordern Park
Adjacent to 38 Florida Rd, Palm Beach NSW 2108, with parking at the park. Bus route 199 runs nearby, and the closest stop, Ocean Pl at Ocean Rd, is about a 5-minute walk away. The WAGE ferry also runs nearby, with Palm Beach Wharf about an 18-minute walk away.
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- 📍Bible Garden
Frequently asked questions about Hordern Park
Is there parking at Hordern Park?
Yes, parking is available at the park, and entry is free.
What are the opening hours of Hordern Park?
Hordern Park never closes: it is open 24 hours, every day of the week.
Can you have a barbecue at Hordern Park?
Barbecue facilities are limited and are located at the Basin, so plan on a picnic in the sheds instead.
Is the ocean pool at Hordern Park good for swimming?
Yes, it offers more sheltered water than the open surf nearby.