About Port Stephens

Welcome to Port Stephens - Incredible by Nature

Ask a local about Port Stephens and they'll tell you, with a bashful smile, that they've been humbled by the riches of their bay. Swim with resident dolphins, look a whale in the eye, or watch the sun paint the dunes gold, and you'll understand why.

For such a small dot on the map, mother nature has been generous here. Our bay is twice the size of Sydney Harbour, and just as beautiful. We have 26 pristine beaches, the largest sand dunes in the southern hemisphere, and a front-row seat to some of the largest creatures on Earth as they pass by on the Humpback Highway.

What makes Port Stephens special

Port Stephens is the very best of mother nature and human nature together. It's sparkling waterways and quiet coves. Bushwalking trails and coastal cycling routes. Dolphins at sunrise and whales on the horizon. It's kayaking and sailing, a round of golf, a slow lunch at a waterfront café, or dinner somewhere with a view worth remembering.

It's also quad-biking across dunes, horse riding through the shallows where the Pacific meets the coast, and the simple joy of sliding down a sand dune just because you can. Add fresh local produce, boutique wineries and breweries, relaxed shopping, and a luxury spa or two, and you'll start to see why people don't just visit Port Stephens, they fall in love with it.

An extraordinary place, taken in its stride

What sets Port Stephens apart isn't just the scenery, it's also the people. Friendly, down-to-earth, and proud of the place they call home, locals share their stories with warmth and authenticity, never fanfare. Here, extraordinary is simply part of everyday life.

Whether you're chasing spectacular sunsets, wide-open beaches, or a genuine welcome, Port Stephens has a way of getting under your skin. Come and see for yourself - it's incredible by nature!