Box Beach
Tomaree National Park
Overview
Box Beach is a surf spot located between Fingal Bay and Shoal Bay in Tomaree National Park. Use caution when swimming at this isolated and peaceful beach.
Framed by scenic conical headlands, sandy Box Beach is a popular surf spot for Nelson Bay locals. Be careful if you swim at this secluded spot. It’s unpatrolled and exposed to rips.
The nearby car park closes at 10pm each night.
Nearby
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Wreck Beach walk
The short walk to Wreck Beach offers a private alternative to the beaches of Port Stephens, with opportunities for picnicking and whale watching.
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Wreck Beach
Wreck Beach is in Tomaree National Park at the end of Wreck Beach walk. It’s a peaceful little cove with beautiful sand, perfect for whale watching or just a barefoot stroll along the seashore.
These maps give a basic overview of park attractions and facilities, and may not be detailed enough for some activities. We recommend that you buy a topographic map before you go exploring.
General enquiries
- National Parks Contact Centre
- 7am to 7pm daily
- 1300 072 757 (13000 PARKS) for the cost of a local call within Australia excluding mobiles
- parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Operated by
- Nelson Bay office
- Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
- 02 4984 8200
- npws.huntercoast@environment.nsw.gov.au
- Level 1, 12B Teramby Road, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Park info
- in Tomaree National Park in the North Coast region
Tomaree National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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