Pottsville and the surrounding villages are famous for beaches, surfing, fishing, reserves and beachside parks. The creeks and estuaries provide ample opportunities for exploration, with canoeing, fishing and swimming. Pottsville Beach Markets operate on the first and third Sunday morning of the month, at the Phillip Street Reserve. Boat launch ramps are available at Pottsville and Hastings Point. Mt Warning and Nightcap National Parks are about 40 km away.