Warriewood

Surf, lagoon and a headland walk between the beaches. Low-key, salty and made for a barefoot kind of day with the dog.

Bushland-edged and easy-going on Garigal's doorstep, with reserves and trails close by. Northern-beaches hinterland calm, green and built for a walk.

A busy northern-beaches hub with surf, a lagoon and a long sandy front. Lively, salty and made for a beachside wander.

Peninsula surf and a laid-back village, with the beach and Pittwater both close. Relaxed, salty and easy-going with a dog.

Manly-close and leafy-edged, with parks and bushland near. Family-paced and good for an easy walk.

Surf, lagoon and a long sandy stretch at the beaches' north end. Salty, relaxed and made for a barefoot day out.

The quiet northern end of Manly's beach, with a headland walk and rock pools. Salty, relaxed and made for a coastal stroll.

Bush-edged and leafy above the beaches, with reserves and quiet streets. Green, calm and made for a walk.

Leafy and harbour-edged, with bushland and Manly Dam's trails close by. Quiet, green and made for a proper walk.

Bush-edged and quiet near Manly Dam, with trails and reserves close by. Leafy, family-paced and built for a walk.