Accessible & Inclusive experiences

Find accessible and inclusive Central Coast experiences in nature, beaches, playspaces and at amazing attractions.

The NSW Central Coast is a diverse, vibrant region home to a unique collection of iconic accessible beaches, shared pathways to wander through the suburbs of the Coast, and a multitude of inclusive playspaces fit for kids with all abilities.

With some pre-planning, visitors of all abilities can love the Central Coast and experience what our slice of paradise has to offer with each visit. Look at the accessible features of our national parks, art trails, beaches, adventures, and playgrounds.

Central Coast Access Cards

So, you can start planning your trip to the Central Coast and visit accessible places with confidence, we’ve curated six access cards from key hotspots to visit across the region that highlight key accessibility information for you to know before you go.

These access cards were produced in collaboration with The Access Agency.

Iris Lodge Alpacas

Access Card #1 (PDF, 1.9MB)

Australian Reptile Park

Access Card #2 (PDF, 1.8MB)

Central Coast Visitor Centre

Access Card #3 (PDF, 1.7MB)

Toowoon Bay Beach

Access Card #4 (PDF, 1.9MB)

Long Jetty Foreshore Reserve

Access Card #5 (PDF, 1.9MB)

Sun Valley Regional Playspace

Access Card #6 (PDF, 4.4MB)
Iris Lodge Alpacas Access Card (MS Word, 21kb)
Australian Reptile Park Access Card (MS Word, 21kb)
Central Coast Visitor Centre Access Card (MS Word, 22kb)
Toowoon Bay Beach Access Card (MS Word, 22kb)
Long Jetty Foreshore Reserve Access Card (MS Word, 22kb)
Sun Valley Regional Playspace Access Card (MS Word, 22kb)
FEATURED ARTICLE
Find an all-in-one guide on accessible things to do and places to visit on the Central Coast with this article, designed for both visitors and locals with accessibility needs.
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Central Coast accessible beaches guide

The Central Coast has no shortage of beautiful beaches to choose from, thanks to new standards for outdoor spaces, the scope of accessible beaches is being expanded. From rolling out beach access mats to offering all-terrain wheelchairs, the Coat's iconic attractions are making the beach more accessible to all.

Download and print our Accessible Beaches Central Coast brochure or pick up your hardcopy from Council's customer service centres at Gosford or Wyong, one of our libraries, or our Central Coast Visitor Centre at The Entrance.

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A beach wheelchair on the sand

Central Coast accessible nature guide

The Central Coast has 200km of off-road shared pathways following natural waterways, lakes and pristine coastline. Lined with hundreds of species of native flora and fauna, a foreshore walk is an easy way to reconnect to nature with lots of culinary pit stops, galleries, and lookouts along the way, or places to enjoy the sun, sand, and sea.

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Three people sitting at a picnic table at a lookout

Central Coast accessible playspaces guide

Can I get there? Can I play? Can I stay?

Looking for a fun and inclusive playspace on the Central Coast for your child with a disability, or perhaps for yourself as a parent or carer with a disability? Our Accessible Playspaces brochure is here to help. This resource provides information on the 13 accessible playspaces across the Central Coast.

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A concrete pathway in a playground with children and adults on bicycles cycling along the path.
Accessible stays on the Central Coast
If you're planning to stay overnight or for a long weekend relaxing with friends and family, the Central Coast has an array of accessible accommodation to pick from across the region.
FIND ACCESSIBLE STAYS

Adopting the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

As part of Central Coast Council’s ongoing commitment to accessibility, we recently partnered with the globally recognised Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. This initiative provides a discreet way for people with hidden disabilities to indicate they may need extra assistance, understanding or patience in public spaces.

Council staff across customer service centres, library branches and the Central Coast Visitor Centre at The Entrance are trained to recognise the Sunflower symbol and provide appropriate support.

If you or someone you know would like to participate in the Sunflower program, free merchandise is available on request at these locations.

Two women n navy blue shirts with a green merchandise box filled with green lanyards covered in subflowers
Free Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards at The Entrance's Central Coast Visitor Centre.