Redleaf Pool, Tidal swimming enclosure in Double Bay, Sydney, Australia
Redleaf Pool is a tidal swimming enclosure in Double Bay with a pontoon system that surrounds the water and provides areas for swimmers to rest and walk. The facility includes stairs from street level, public toilets, and a kiosk with shaded seating areas.
The pool was officially renamed in 2012 to honor an Olympic swimming champion from Australia. This change marked a significant moment in the site's local history.
The pool serves as a meeting point for locals who swim regularly throughout the year and value their connection to the working harbor.
Access is from stairs along New South Head Road, and visitors should note that water conditions change with the tide. It helps to arrive early during warm months to find a good spot.
The harbor tides naturally shift water conditions, creating an ever-changing swimming experience rather than a static pool. Swimmers can watch the Harbour Bridge while bathing in real salt water rather than chlorinated water.
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