Parsley Bay Swimming Enclosure

Last updated October 2026

Parsley Bay has a netted swimming enclosure about 150 metres long and 95 metres wide, part of Parsley Bay Reserve in Vaucluse. Woollahra Council says remediation works in 2003-2004 created an evenly sloping harbour floor and the bay now has some of the clearest water in the Harbour. Facilities include public toilets, showers, swimming nets, picnic tables and park benches. During Sydney Water's pump station works the Parsley Bay car park and vehicle access from Horler Avenue are closed until late 2026, the kiosk is closed and temporary toilets are provided; walk in from Fitzwilliam Road or The Crescent. No life saving services are provided. Dogs are prohibited.

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 22 October 2026.