Construction of Terrigal Boardwalk and works to upgrade the existing rockpool is now open!

This new attraction will deliver many social, heath and economic benefits for our community. The boardwalk significantly improves pedestrian access between Terrigal Beach promenade and The Haven, providing a safe and more accessible route around the headland and new attraction for our community and visitors to enjoy.

Terrigal, like many other tourist hot spots on the coast, has taken a hit during COVID restrictions in 2020 but this boardwalk and upgrade rockpool provides a great new drawcard which will help give local businesses and the economy a much-needed boost.

The 277-metre-long boardwalk has been designed to complement the natural environment and will be composed of materials that can withstand the elements to ensure longevity and ease of maintenance. The design includes a viewing platform, integrated seating, lighting and access to the rock platforms and smooth integration with the existing walkways either end, which creates a continuous link to the town centre.

Restoration works to the rockpool include the replacement of the rockpool foundations and walls, construction of an access ramp to replace the existing stairs and linking this area with the new boardwalk and existing pathways.

From community consultation activities we know the majority of our community and local businesses support the boardwalk project, and Council has incorporated the feedback received on the draft concepts into the final design. In addition, all studies and an environmental assessment was considered to ensure all impacts and risks have been considered before finalising the concept plans.

The Terrigal Boardwalk project is jointly funded by Central Coast Council ($2.9M) and the NSW Government’s Restart NSW Regional Growth Environment and Tourism Fund ($2.98M). The Terrigal rockpool renovation project is supported by the NSW Government with a $250,000 grant from the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund, in addition to funding of $728,542 from Council's operational budget.

Construction on the project was underway in April 2020 and opened 14 April 2021.