The boardwalk at Griffith Park in Collaroy is open again after a $2.1 million upgrade that replaces a section of coastal infrastructure previously vulnerable to storm damage and erosion.
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The project scope included design work, site investigations and full construction. The structure was relocated further inland, where it is less exposed to storm damage and erosion. The project also included the upgrade of a 20-metre beach access ramp.
Delivered by Northern Beaches Council and funded through the NSW Crown Reserves Improvement Fund, the project replaced and realigned around 110 metres of boardwalk and bridge, and upgraded a 20-metre beach access ramp.
The boardwalk forms part of the Long Reef Headland coastal loop, which is popular with walkers, families and visitors year-round. It is a well-known whale-watching spot and a popular destination for walkers, families and visitors year-round.
Visitors can view 230-million-year-old red claystone cliffs, known locally as the ‘chocolate shales’, along with panoramic views across Dee Why and Collaroy beaches. At low tide, extensive rock platforms are accessible, rich with fossils and marine life. Swimming and surfing are also popular at the reserve.
Northern Beaches Council Mayor Sue Heins said the project had involved broad consultation.
“We have worked closely with our community and stakeholders to deliver a solution that protects the environment, honours cultural heritage, and enriches the experience for all who enjoy this stunning stretch of coastline,” Cr Heins said.
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NSW Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said the funding was aimed at improving public access to shared spaces.
“This upgrade is a fantastic boost for the local community, making it safer and easier for people to enjoy one of the Northern Beaches’ most loved coastal walks,” Mr Kamper said.
The boardwalk is now open to the public.
Published 27-April-2026
