Stockton Sand Dunes
Stockton Sand Dunes
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20 Miles Of At Least 98-foot-high Dunes.
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vk2fsuz
Winmalee, Australia59 contributions
Dec. 2022 • Family
Very interesting and visually stunning. Make sure if you are driving yourself to let your tyres down and be aware of protected areas.
Written 22 December 2022
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Oldjack
Greater Melbourne, Australia27,764 contributions
May 2021
The sand dunes were very impressive and a must see but the access road in was poor and this was a land mark that has far more potential with appropriate management.
Written 22 May 2021
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Lankylee
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia1,106 contributions
Mar. 2021 • Friends
This is a lovely trip. The beach drive was well supervised and eco-friendly. There are many but reasonable rules. The beach itself was breathtaking.
Written 1 March 2021
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apim
Canberra, Australia361 contributions
Dec. 2020
A big stretch of sands offering multiple possibilities. You can just sit and relax, draw figures and sketches in the wet sand area with kids, hire and go on quad biking in the dunes, hire 'sun-board' and have the dry surfing fun or can just jump into the waters - the waves are enticing.
Written 7 December 2020
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bexhol
Sydney, Australia39 contributions
Aug. 2020
Did the camel ride (and sand boarding) on the spur of the moment.
Both were fabulous. The camel guys were such lovely people. We got great pics both on and off the camels, and we really enjoyed the ride on a stunning winter’s day. Sand dunes also fun, a little scary to begin with but then fine once you have taken the plunge...we went with our 7 and 13 year old sons, the loved it!!!
Both were fabulous. The camel guys were such lovely people. We got great pics both on and off the camels, and we really enjoyed the ride on a stunning winter’s day. Sand dunes also fun, a little scary to begin with but then fine once you have taken the plunge...we went with our 7 and 13 year old sons, the loved it!!!
Written 14 August 2020
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C_and_J_Lewis
Sydney, Australia467 contributions
Jun. 2020
Beautiful location. We were lucky enough to see whales (Anna Bay end). It's free which is great unless you want to undertake one of the many available activities - camel rides, dune buggy rides through the 32km long sand dunes, sand surfing. Lovely little cafe at the Anna Bay end and some great walks. Well worthwhile.
Written 4 June 2020
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Mon55
Brisbane, Australia1,244 contributions
Nov. 2019
The sand dunes can be seen from miles away and they tower over the beach from Stockton to Anna Bay about 30 kilometres. we walked along the beach and enjoyed the view however many do quad biking or sand surf. Sadly the beach area near Stockton itself is suffering badly from erosion. well worth seeing!
Written 2 January 2020
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Chris G
Port Macquarie, Australia1,057 contributions
Nov. 2019 • Couples
We experienced Stockton sand dunes mainly by foot from the beach. A unique experience even though we didn’t sandboard. We found just walking in the dunes a great experience. Added advantage is having a terrific coffee at Crest at the surf club.
Written 6 November 2019
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Travel galore
Sydney, Australia94 contributions
Apr. 2019
Took my teenage daughter here for a girls weekend to quad bike through the sand dunes and it was so much fun! You are split up in different groups dependant on your speed and adventure capability. The ride is so much fun and each dune you ride up is different to the last you just don't know what is coming up around the next corner. We also stopped and looked at the MV Sygna shipwreck. Best experience ever.. Great for bonding!
Written 1 May 2019
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winner
Sydney, Australia63 contributions
Apr. 2019 • Friends
What a beautiful beach, no matter what kind of sky goes over it. We saw blue sky, clouds then black clouds. All beautiful sights to see when combined with the beach.
Written 18 April 2019
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Robert C
Surfers Paradise, Australia2 contributions
Hi
What’s the prices for a family package please?
avirupdg
Sydney, Australia21 contributions
Do I need to take a tour ? Can i go there by myself using the 130 route..How long is the walk from bus stop
cscicluna2018
Sydney, Australia16 contributions
All vehicles driving in WCL must be registered and display a valid beach vehicle permit which can be purchased in Port Stephens from BP Service Station at Anna Bay; BP at Salt Ash; Metro at Williamtown; Port Stephens Visitor Centre in Nelson Bay and National Parks & Wildlife office in Nelson Bay.
Tours are available as is recreational 4WD. Also Horseback rides. I have not camped on the beach, recommend visiting Worimi National Park NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services website for more detailed information. This is a beautiful spot and well worth the trip. Hope this helps
Joel S
Katoomba, Australia
hi i was just wondering if trailbikes/4wds are allowed on the dunes/beach? also if camping is allowed.
thank you
cscicluna2018
Sydney, Australia16 contributions
All vehicles driving in WCL must be registered and display a valid beach vehicle permit which can be purchased in Port Stephens from BP Service Station at Anna Bay; BP at Salt Ash; Metro at Williamtown; Port Stephens Visitor Centre in Nelson Bay and National Parks & Wildlife office in Nelson Bay.
Tours are available as is recreational 4WD. Also Horseback rides. I have not camped on the beach, recommend visiting Worimi National Park NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services website for more detailed information. This is a beautiful spot and well worth the trip. Hope this helps
Joel S
Katoomba, Australia
hi i was just wondering if trailbikes/4wds are allowed on the dunes/beach? also if camping is allowed.
thank you
hermesboy
Melbourne, Australia
How could I get to the Stockton Sand Dunes from VIctoria? and are all the dunes white?
Thanks
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Frequently Asked Questions about Stockton Sand Dunes
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Stockton Sand Dunes:
- Port Stephens, Beach and Sand Dune 4WD Passenger Tour (From AU$128.13)
- Unlimited Sandboarding (From AU$41.00)
- Port Stephens, Beach and Sand Dune 4WD Tag-Along Tour (From AU$338.28)
- Port Stephens 4WD Beach Sand Dune Adventure (From AU$53.30)
- Private Port Stephens Day Trip from Sydney incl Dolphin Cruise (From AU$686.82)
- Hotels near Stockton Sand Dunes:
- (0.58 km) Bays Holiday Park
- (1.14 km) The Retreat Port Stephens
- (5.60 km) Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point
- (7.67 km) Nelson Bay Bed and Breakfast
- (4.65 km) Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach
- Restaurants near Stockton Sand Dunes:
- (0.32 km) The Beach House
- (4.25 km) The Poyer's
- (0.91 km) Spectrum
- (2.36 km) Pasta Di Porto
- (2.51 km) CREST Birubi Beach
- Attractions near Stockton Sand Dunes:
- (0.36 km) Sahara Trails Horse Riding
- (0.42 km) Port Stephens Coaches
- (0.92 km) Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters
- (2.35 km) 4WD Tours R Us
- (2.40 km) Sand Dune Safaris