The Stockton Bight dunes move up to 4 meters per year due to prevailing coastal winds.
The area contains significant archaeological sites including shell middens dating back thousands of years.
The dunes were used for military training and target practice during World War II, and occasional metal remnants are still discovered.
The sand dunes are part of the Worimi Conservation Lands, which are jointly managed by the Worimi Traditional Owners and the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Sand Dune Safaris operates out of the Stockton Bight Sand Dunes at Anna Bay, a massive coastal dune system covering approximately 32 square kilometers. The company provides 4WD transport into the heart of the dunes, which are the largest mobile coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. Guests board modified 4WD vehicles to traverse the steep sandy terrain to reach prime sandboarding locations. The experience centers on self-guided sandboarding on slopes that can reach up to 40 meters in height. The Stockton Bight is a protected site under the Worimi Conservation Lands, managed in partnership with the local Worimi Aboriginal owners. The 4WD tours include access to remote areas of the dunes not reachable by standard passenger vehicles. The site features terrain variations ranging from high-angle slopes to expansive flat corridors.
The crest of the highest dunes looking back toward the Tasman Sea during the 'golden hour'.
Bring a camera with a protective case to keep fine, wind-blown sand out of your lens mechanism.
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from fine sand particles during high-wind sessions.
Apply sunscreen before arriving, as the reflective nature of the sand increases UV exposure.
Do not attempt to drive your own vehicle into the dunes without a proper permit and experience, as the sand is soft and high-risk for bogging.
Operates daily year-round, subject to severe weather conditions such as high wind or extreme heat warnings.
Avoid walking on vegetated areas of the dunes to prevent erosion; do not disturb archaeological sites or sand-stabilizing vegetation.
