Stockton Beach is a long Newcastle beach-and-dune run with consistent beach-break peaks, a coal-ship wreck in the middle, and enough room to spread out across the 32-kilometre stretch. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Stockton Beach in New South Wales.
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The Wave
Southeast swell is the main call across Stockton, west is the clean lane, and mid tide and incoming tide are the better reads.
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Lineup Guide
Access comes by ferry from Newcastle or by 4WD permit, and the main hazards are rips, sharks, shallow banks, and the long walk between peaks.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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