Gymea Bay Baths on Port Hacking is closed for swimming. Sutherland Shire Council closed it after storm damage and planned reconstruction from May 2026 to early 2027; its water quality has been rated very poor for several years.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour or river baths
- Best time to go
- Closed until reconstruction is finished
- Water quality
- GoodGymea Bay Baths, 0.0 km away. Sampled 19 Oct. Source: NSW Beachwatch.
- Town
- Gymea Bay, NSW
What it's like
The baths are a netted tidal enclosure at the head of Gymea Bay, in a bushy, sheltered setting. A severe storm damaged the structure, and council closed them to swimmers while keeping the area open for fishing.
When to go
Not until council confirms they have reopened. Lilli Pilli Baths and Gunnamatta Bay Baths are nearby alternatives.
Getting there and facilities
The baths are on Ellesmere Road, Gymea Bay, below Gymea Bay Reserve, which council is upgrading.
Good to know
Water quality at the baths has been rated very poor in recent State of the Beaches reports.