CURRENT CONDITIONS
Time Open: 7AM
Time Closed: 7PM
Moderately rough conditions expected going into this afternoon with a high tide at 1:21pm. Swimming conditions should be best very early or during the afternoon. Low tide is 7:01am.
Penguin Update - The penguin rescued from the pool by WIRES last Thursday was taken to Taronga Zoo. It’s injuries were consistent with being attacked by an osprey. The penguin had it’s eye and face operated on on Friday. It remains at the zoo for assessment and will be released when well enough.
Customers are welcome to work from Wylie’s however we do not provide charging facilities. Powerpoints are for staff use only. Thanks for your cooperation.
Swim courteously. Allow space to lap without colliding with other swimmers.
| Baths Water Temp |
| 20.9°C |
About the project
The Wylie's Baths Maintenance Fund: Securing the Future of Our Community Pool.
Help us renew our beloved facility 25 years after the last restoration through your tax deductible donation today.
Donations to Wylie’s maintenance are greatly appreciated and can be made here
Wylie's Baths is built below the high-water mark, which means it gets flushed twice daily by the high tide. If there is much swell (wave action) about, this can create quite rough and dangerous conditions. If you are after "still water" for lap swimming & those infinity pool vibes, best to come in the window of 3 hours before low tide and 3 hours after low tide. Depending on how big the swell is, this window of 'good lap swimming' will diminish ie some days, you're only good for 30 minutes either side of the low mark.
Most importantly, Wylie's Baths is a dynamic tidal pool environment. It's also a 'living pool' with marine life, a natural rock bottom, octopus, fish, sea urchins, and more!
Swim within your ability, and if you aren't sure about getting in, we encourage you to sit and watch the conditions for ten minutes or more, as lulls between sets can give you a false sense of calm in the pool.
If you prefer the whirlpool scene - the high tide will give you better wave action!
Keep in mind, the most dangerous and exposed area of the pool is the northern wall - the one closest to Coogee Beach. As waves crash in to the pool, the water level rises and rushes out via the path of least resistance - north - and can take YOU with the rush of water. Please be mindful of this and follow all signage or instructions related to pool restrictions, or considering your ability & the risks associated with rougher conditions.
Any questions? Ask our staff and we can help you!
Useful links and forecasts:
NSW Office of Environment and Heritage: Ocean Beaches Daily Pollution Forecast
Tide Chart: 2024 BOM Tide Chart
If you would like to hire Wylie's for your special event, please check out our Venue Hire section of our website.
| Date | Hired Area | Time of Event | Event Management | Patron/Key Holders Access? | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 11 January 2025 | Entire Facility | 4pm to 11pm | Laissez Faire | No Key Holder Access | |
| Saturday 18 January 2025 | Entire Facility | 5pm to 11pm | Laissez Faire | No Key Holder Access |
