Maian Bar Beach

Maian Bar Beach stretches along the Port Hacking River with sandy shoreline areas and native vegetation framing the water's edge. The shallow, calm waters make it suitable for swimming and wading, with exposed sand patterns visible during low tide.

The beach is part of the Maianbar settlement, which takes its name from the Gamilaraay language referring to deep water. The area became populated in the mid-20th century and developed into a quiet riverside community.

The beach serves as a gathering place where locals experience the natural character of the river setting. Nearby studios host regular exhibitions where community artists share their work throughout the year.

Reach the beach by taking a ferry from Cronulla to Bundeena, then walking through the adjacent national park to arrive at the shore. The water is usually calm, but check tide times to experience the exposed sand formations that appear during low tide.

At low tide, submerged sand structures become walkable, revealing intricate sand patterns and marine formations across the exposed floor. These shifting sand patterns are shaped by the river's tidal movements and create a natural landscape that changes with each tide cycle.

Location: Maianbar

Address: 67R Pacific Cres, Maianbar NSW 2230, Australia

GPS coordinates: -34.07730,151.13347

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:28