Bogey Hole
Public swimming pool · Newcastle ·

Bogey Hole

Public swimming pool · Newcastle ·

Historic convict-hewn ocean rock pool, swim in refreshing sea water

ocean rock pool
convict carved
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nature pool
stairs
slippery
cool water
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Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia Get directions

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Shortland Esplanade, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia Get directions

+61 2 4929 6732
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"Newcastle's Respite from City Life Take the train less than two hours north of Sydney for a relaxing weekend in Newcastle, a town of historic pubs, welcoming cafes, and beautiful beaches. A visit to the oddly named Bogey Hole is a quintessential Newcastle experience, as you can swim in the rock pool on the ocean carved by the convicts that populated the area. Known also as the Commandant's Baths, it was constructed for the Commandant of Newcastle's personal use in 1820."

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Bogey Hole, Newcastle NSW

Justan K.

Google
Fantastic place for a swim or a relaxing afternoon lazing on the rocks. Not alot of places to stash you stuff. Water is cold, but enjoyable on a warm day. Bit of a walk from the roadway, but nothing to strenuous. Avoid cutting through the gardens as it leads to some high terraces to get down.

Nick Q.

Google
A nice surprise at the end of the memorial walk. A green rock pool with rough waves pounding its side mercilessly. I saw groups of people descending to the pool swimming and snorkeling. Even some dogs enjoyed a bit of water actions.

Sevilay D.

Google
This is magic! We went on a windy day and just had to have a quick swim. It was fun but I can imagine it would be amazing during sunrise or on a calm and still day.

Winnie H.

Google
Too cool too funnnn! Easy street parking, simply walk 10 min downstairs and you’ll see this amazing swimming pool with crazy waves to add the fun. Def bucket list worthy 💕

Nikolai T.

Google
Go there for a short swim, bring your tiny picnic with you. 🏊‍♀️🧺 You do not get this kind of exceptional opportunities by mother nature. 🌿 It is a really fantastic nature pool. ✨ #Swim #Picnic #Nature #Pool #Opportunities

Kasuni S.

Google
Beautiful place to visit in the evening. The breeze and beach view is amazing. If you are swimmer, this is the place for you to take a dip and enjoy running sea water. And you can wave at skydiving people as well.

Sarthak S.

Google
Natural pool with a wonderful view . Don’t expect the pool water to be fresh all the time. The time i went it was horrific , full of algae and muddy water beside that it is perfect place to go out

Deepti G.

Google
This is the best ocean bath in whole NSW. This is so cool place to be in. It is far from car park and for one of the route , u need to take lots of stairs. But this place should be in list of every traveller
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Carley P.

Yelp
Life must have been much better back in 1820! Convict labor is responsible for this beauty. Cut through King Edward park and take the stairs until you can't anymore, veering to the right. Be careful, it can get very slippery. The water is cool but refreshing. Go on a weekday to attempt to avoid the crowds. Stay alert, the ocean is unpredictable. For me, this was a must see spot in Newy.