Oatley Park Baths is a netted river swimming area on the Georges River beside Oatley Park, used since 1919 and rebuilt with shark netting in 1930. It is free.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour or river baths
- Cost
- Free
- Lifeguards
- No
- Best time to go
- Summer, after a dry spell
- Water quality
- GoodJew Fish Bay Baths, 0.4 km away. Sampled 23 Oct. Source: NSW Beachwatch.
- Town
- Oatley, NSW
What it's like
A netted enclosure of calm river water on the edge of Oatley Park, a large bushland reserve. It is a quiet, shady spot for a dip, with the park's walking tracks and picnic areas behind it.
People have swum here since 1919. Shark-proof netting was added and the baths were largely rebuilt in 1930.
When to go
Summer days after a dry spell. Avoid swimming for a few days after heavy rain.
Getting there and facilities
The baths are reached through Oatley Park, Oatley. Check Georges River Council for facilities.
Good to know
There are no lifeguards.