Iluka Beach is a long, straight ocean beach approximately 2.7 kilometers in length, facing the Coral Sea on the New South Wales coast. It is separated from Andersons Beach by the Iluka break wall, a structure popular with surfers. The beach is part of the Iluka Beach Foreshore Reserve and is located just outside the settlement of Iluka. For paddlers, the primary access point is the beach itself, with a carpark and 4WD access track as key features. Launching involves carrying your craft from the carpark down to the water's edge across the sand. The beach is dog-friendly north of the carpark and 4WD access, but dogs are prohibited south of the 4WD track. The area is exposed to open ocean conditions, with southerly swells being sheltered by the Iluka Bluff to the south. This exposure means paddlers must be prepared for surf and wind conditions typical of an open coast. The beach provides direct access to notable nearby features for exploration. Heading north along the beach leads to Frazers Reef, a secluded spot approximately 1.2 kilometers away. To the south, the Iluka Bluff Lookout offers a stunning sea view and is accessible via a walk from the beach. The adjacent Iluka Nature Reserve and the start of the Iluka Rainforest track are also in the vicinity. The beach is popular for swimming, surfing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Facilities are limited, with the beach categorized as public without amenities, though waterside picnic tables are located at the southern end of the adjacent Bluff Beach stretch.