Permit Types
Normal Registration
- Annual - $30 (Entitles 12 months' vehicle access to Stockton Beach in the Woromi Conservation Lands)
- 3 Day - $10 (Entitles three days' vehicle access to Stockton Beach in the Woromi Conservation Lands - perfect for a weekend visit) (
- RVA Annual Permit - $30 (Entitles 12 months' vehicle access to the Recreational Vehicle Area tof he Woromi Conservation Lands)
- RVA Three-Day Permit - $10 (Entitles three days' vehicle access to the Recreational Vehicle Area tof he Woromi Conservation Lands - perfect for a weekend visit)
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Beach driving rules
Drive according to conditions - speed limit of 40km/h applies, 20km/h within 100m of pedestrians or vehicles.
Give way to pedestrians at all times.
Avoid reckless driving - for your safety and the safety of others.
Avoid launching off dune slopes.
Be prepared for dunes to conceal other vehicles - consider fitting your vehicle with a flag.
Do not drive over vegetation - help keep dunes intact by following previous tracks.
Do not drive over shell accumulations - you may damage cultural sites.
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There are two vehicle permits available for the Worimi Conservation Lands (WCL): a Beach Vehicle Permit for 4WD access to Stockton Beach; and a Recreational Vehicle Area Permit enabling RTA conditionally registered vehicles to access the Recreational Vehicle Area of the WCL.
Beach Vehicle Permits
From 1 June 2007 you will require a Worimi Conservation Lands Beach Vehicle Permit for vehicle entry and beach driving at Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands.
These permits replace the previous Port Stephens Council Stockton Beach Vehicle Permits. They do not cover vehicle entry into any other national park or council reserve.
NPWS Annual Passes are not valid for this park
Revenue from the permit is used to maintain facilities in Worimi Conservation Lands, and to improve public access, visitor information and pest control programs.
NPWS Pensioner Discount
To obtain your pensioner discount, you must show a current NSW Certificate of Registration for your nominated vehicle, to which the RTA has applied the pensioner discount.
Please note
The permit can only be used on the nominated vehicle as specified on the permit. It is not transferable to any other vehicle and cannot be altered. |
Recreational Vehicle Area permits
All RTA conditionally registered vehicles will require a Worimi Conservation Lands Recreational Vehicle Area Permit to enable access into the Recreational Vehicle Area (RVA) in the Worimi Conservation Lands. Unregistered vehicles are not to be taken, driven or ridden into the RVA, or any other area in the Worimi Conservation Lands.
RTA conditionally registered vehicles are quad bikes, motorbikes, dune buggies and other recreational vehicles. The RTA Conditional Registration must be endorsed for the Stockton Beach RVA.
RVA Permits do not permit access to areas outside the RVA in Worimi Conservation Lands. Refer to the map (link at bottom of this page) for the location of the Recreational Vehicle Area. If you are transporting your recreational vehicle via another vehicle, you will also require a Beach Vehicle Permit to cover your vehicle.
To obtain your Worimi Conservation Lands RVA Permit you must show a current RTA Certificate of Conditional Registration endorsed for the Stockton Beach RVA.
In late 2007 the RVA was amended to enhance public safety and the protection of natural and cultural values. This change also provides increased recreational opportunities for RV operators.
This means the area where people can ride conditionally registered quad bikes, motor bikes, dune buggies and other recreational vehicles increased by 48%. The RVA retains 4kms of beachfront south of Lavis Lane to the 'Sygna Wreck', and now includes the high dune area south-west of the Lavis Lane entrance.
| Choose a permit that best suits your needs |
| Beach Vehicle Permits |
Recreational Vehicle Area Permits |
Annual Permit
$30.00 ($15 NSW pensioner concession)
Entitles 12 months' vehicle access to Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands |
RVA Annual Permit
$30.00
Entitles 12 months' vehicle access to the Recreational Vehicle Area of the Worimi Conservation Lands |
Three-Day Permit
$10.00
Entitles three days' vehicle access to Stockton Beach in the Worimi Conservation Lands — perfect for a weekend visit! |
RVA Three-Day Permit
$10.00
Entitles three days' vehicle access to the Recreational Vehicle Area of the Worimi Conservation Lands — perfect for a weekend visit! |
Where you can buy your permits
| Be smart, be safe
Deflate your tyres for sand driving.
Be prepared for soft sand and beach erosion.
Always re-adjust tyres for road driving.
Carry a pump or air compressor and tyre gauge.
Avoid sharp turns and sudden braking.
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You can buy these permits at the following outlets:
- Birubi Beach Service Station, Anna Bay
- Tackle Power, Sandgate
- Birubi Beach Holiday Park, Birubi
- Out of Town 4wd, Barnsley
- Mobil, Salt Ash
- Port Stephens Visitor Centre, Nelson Bay
- Medowie Tyre and Auto, Medowie
- Metro Service Station, Lavis Lane, Williamtown.
Permits can also be purchased in person at the NPWS Hunter Region office, or over the phone with a credit card by telephoning (02) 4984 8200. Please allow seven working days for your pass to be mailed out to you.
Caring for the Worimi Conservation Lands
Please help conserve our natural and cultural heritage:
- All flora, fauna, Aboriginal sites and historic sites in the Worimi Conservation Lands are protected.
- No vehicles are permitted on vegetation, Aboriginal middens or shell accumulations.
- Wildfires can destroy lives and property so observe all the fire bans and guard against fire risk, especially during the bushfire danger period (September to March).
- Dogs are permitted on lead while on the beach front.
- No firearms or other weapons are permitted.
- Take your rubbish with you.
- Horseriding is permitted in the Worimi Conservation Lands.
Further information
Documents to download
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