The tranquil sea-side village of Patonga, sometimes written on early maps as "Betonga", meaning "oyster" in Aboriginal, is the most southerly beach on the Central Coast. Situated on the edge of recessed Brisk Bay, the waters are calm, pleasant, relatively quiet and good for swimming. Patonga features a public wharf, boat ramp and a fun childrens' play area.
Brisk Bay faces in a south-easterly direction across to West Head, Pittwater and Barrenjoey.
The area is easily acessed by ferry, and by road from the F3 on a well maintained scenic bushland road through Woy Woy.