Shielded from view by a fortress of rock walls lie some of the best rockpools in Port Stephens. With an iridescent blue plunge pool perched on the edge of the rock shelf and a larger sheltered pool big enough to swim in, it’s a rockpool lovers dream. We’re sharing how to find them and the tide and swell needed to visit.

We’ve covering all the best things to do in Port Stephens including lots of hidden gems, based on our many, many visits to the area. We’ll take you through what not to miss in both Nelson Bay and Hawks Nest and everywhere in between.

A detailed guide to the Tomaree Head Summit Walk which offers one of NSW’s best views! We’ll tell you everything you need to know about the walk, the best time to do it, the view that most people overlook and how difficult the trail is.

The most beautiful beaches in Port Stephens from secluded and wild to calm turquoise waters which are perfect for family fun. Whatever you’re looking for we have you covered in this comprehensive guide. With everything you need to know from how to get there to how easy they are to access.

Crossing the spit to reach Fingal Island is one of the most fun adventures Port Stephens has to offer. The spit is notoriously fickle and can be very dangerous. We cover how to plan your trip to help mitigate the risks in detail.

The stunning blue rockpool at Little Rocky Beach is very easy to reach yet remains a relative unknown. We’re sharing how to find it as well as the required tide and swell for a safe visit.

Everything you need to know about visiting the Iris Moore Rockpools in Port Stephens, from which are the best pools, to the tide and swell required to access them safely.

Everything you need to know about visiting Port Stephens’ Boat Harbour Rockpool, aka the Champagne Spa Pool. We’re sharing the required tide and swell, as well as how to avoid the crowds and what it’s like to swim there.

Rocky Cauldron has the wow factor, it’s like a little slice of WA right here in Port Stephens. The pool is surrounded by burnt orange rocks and there’s just enough room for a relaxing float in its crystal clear water. We’re sharing how to get there and how it’s affected by tides.

How to visit Tin City on foot, no 4WD required. The walk crosses some of the most beautiful and untouched parts of the Port Stephens Sand Dunes on the Worimi Conservation Lands.

Everything you need to know about visiting the Fingal Bay Rockpool in Port Stephens, including details on the walk and tide conditions.

If you like your walks a little off the beaten track then Stephens Peak in Nelson Bay is a fantastic hidden gem. We’ll tell you how to get there, as it is not signposted, as well as how hard it is and exactly what to expect. Known only to locals, it’s a trail that takes you up to some gorgeous views of the surrounding beaches and you won’t have to share it with anyone!

If you prefer walks which are a little bit off the beaten track, then the Yacaaba Headland Walk is a great choice. It might be a hidden gem, but that’s not because it’s lacking in views, which are particularly special at sunrise and sunset. We’ll tell you how hard the trail is and everything you need to know about hiking up for sunset.