Like its namesake suburb of Gymea, Gymea Bay is named after the Aboriginal word for the area’s hardy yet beautiful giant native lily. The prestigious bay area encompasses the southern most tip of Gymea right down to the shoreline looking directly over the North West Arm and Gymea Bay, offering panoramic views across the Royal National Park directly opposite.

The first residential subdivision was made in 1917. It stayed a secluded suburb of tucked away waterside homes until an intensive phase of development kick started in the 1950s.

Gymea Bay baths are a real highlight, consisting of a small sandy beach, a 50 x 30 metre enclosed tidal swimming pool and two recreation reserves. There is a second small beach adjoining Marina Reserve inside the North West Arm.

A scenic track runs through tranquil Coonong Creek and its lush surrounding bushland, which cuts directly through the suburb.

There is a post office and a handful of shops in Gymea Bay. More extensive shopping options can be found in the adjoining suburbs of Gymea and at Westfield in Miranda.

Gymea Bay is set 27.5 km south of the CBD. Access is via Gymea Bay Road with the closest railway located station located at Gymea.

Gymea Bay Primary school caters for kids from kindergarten to Year 6 and adjoins the suburb’s oval.

Gymea Bay has a substantial number of exceptional waterfront homes that capture the area’s spectacular water and national park views.

A lush bushland reserve surrounds Coonong Creek running right down to the river. A dip in the baths is also popular, and fishing from the end of the deepwater jetty has proven itself to be a fruitful past time. Wakeboarders lie in wait for a southerly wind to whip up in Gymea Bay, creating ideal conditions for the sport. Old School Park also has a children’s playground, bike track and picnic area.

Dining options can be found in Gymea, near the Kingsway on Gymea Bay Road.