Ocean Beach (also referred to as Emerald Cove), is a much-loved holiday destination, day-trip and weekend getaway destination, located close the small townships of Umina and Pearl Beach, close to the regional centre of Gosford. It has a very long, white sandy beach with good surfing and fishing. However visitors should note that despite the name the beach lies in the sheltered waters of Broken Bay and generally has a tiny surf. It is just perfect for swimming, for children to place in the ocean and for family days enjoying the beach in safety and comfort. Some of the local activities and attractions include: boating, bushwalking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, wind surfing, swimming, sailing, surfing and beach activities. There are many other activities, attractions and entertainment options
in this area of bayside beaches lying to the east of Gosford. You can stroll along the beach track and enjoy playing on the rock platforms leading to Pearl Beach. Visitors can catch a ferry or a water taxi for day-trips to Ettalong, Brooklyn and Palm Beach, and many delightful villages dotted around Broken Bay. It is a magnificent cruise passing Lion Island that guards the entrance to Broken Bay.