Pinnacles Beach
- Saltwater
- Beach
Pinnacles Beach
- Saltwater
- Beach
- Sq. miles
- 0.3
- Boat Ramps
- 0
- Access Points
- 0
- Species
- 1
Pinnacles Beach is a secluded and expansive 3-kilometer stretch of sand that forms part of the longer "Long Beach" system, which extends for over 10 kilometers along the Sapphire Coast. The beach is characterized by its dramatic natural rock formations of multi-colored sand and clays known as The Pinnacles, which overlook the shoreline. Thick coastal scrub backs the beach, contributing to its remote and pristine feel. It is an unpatrolled beach, making it ideal for surf fishing and other recreational activities in a tranquil setting.
Species & education
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Tiger Flathead
Platycephalus richardsoni
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Pinnacles Beach. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Pinnacles Beach
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
New South Wales licenses and regulations
New South Wales Boating Regulations
Official Transport for NSW (NSW Maritime) hub for safety and rules on NSW waterways, including the Boating Handbook, lifejacket and safety-equipment requirements, and navigation and speed rules.
New South Wales Fishing License
Official Service NSW page for the NSW recreational fishing fee/licence. Anyone fishing NSW waters (fresh or salt) must pay the recreational fishing fee and carry the receipt unless exempt. See the page for current fees and exemptions.
New South Wales Fishing Regulations
Official NSW DPIRD Fisheries hub for recreational fishing rules, covering saltwater and freshwater bag and size limits, possession limits, gear rules and closures.
New South Wales Stream Access Laws
Official NSW DPIRD Fisheries Angler Access page - NSW's closest equivalent to a stream-access page. Explains the public right to fish tidal waters, legal stream access via public land, and that crossing private land needs the owner's permission.
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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)
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