Stockton sandspit
Hunter Wetlands National Park
Visitor info
All the practical information you need to know about Stockton sandspit.
Getting there and parking
Stockton sandspit is in the Stockton precinct of Hunter Wetlands National Park. To get there:
- Cross over the Stockton Bridge heading towards Stockton and Fern Bay
- Turn right at the roundabout, still heading towards Stockton.
- Turn right at your first opportunity, and then follow the road under the bridge where you can park.
- Proceed on foot around the path for views of the mud flats
Road quality
- Sealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- All weather
Parking
Parking is available beneath the bridge, a short walk from Stockton sandspit.
Best times to visit
There are lots of great things waiting for you in Hunter Wetlands National Park. Here are some of the highlights.
Autumn
With the weather mild, now is the time to get those bicycles out and ride the paths around Ash Island.
Spring
Pack a picnic to eat at Scotts Point or Riverside Park This is also the time you'll see the cream flowers of the mangroves .
Summer
This is the best time for birdwatching at Stockton Sandspit, as many of the migratory birds are here feeding. Make sure you're there at low-tide.
Weather, temperature and rainfall
Summer temperature
Average
20°C and 25°C
Highest recorded
42°C
Winter temperature
Average
10°C and 18°C
Lowest recorded
1.8°C
Rainfall
Wettest month
March
Driest month
November
The area’s highest recorded rainfall in one day
283.7mm
Facilities
Carpark
Maps and downloads
Accessibility
Disability access level - no wheelchair access
There is a walk from the carpark to the sandspit. The track is unsealed, sandy and on an incline.
Prohibited
Pets
Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information.
Smoking
NSW national parks are no smoking areas.
Operated by
- Newcastle office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 4946 4100
- npws.lowerhunter@environment.nsw.gov.au
- 1 Wetlands Place, Shortland NSW 2307
Park info
- in Hunter Wetlands National Park in the North Coast region
Hunter Wetlands National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.