Shoal Bay Boat Ramp is located on Shoal Bay Road in Shoal Bay, New South Wales, within the Port Stephens area. The ramp was rebuilt to a high standard, featuring an elevated design that allows water and sand to flow underneath, preventing sand buildup.

It is a two-lane concrete ramp usable at either end of the tide, with a generous expanse of beach on both sides for pulling boats up.

Note that at low tide the end of the ramp is exposed, with a drop to the sand — a consideration for two-wheel-drive vehicles and heavier craft. The ramp provides direct access to Port Stephens and is the closest launch point for offshore fishing.

It suits small boats and personal watercraft particularly well. Picnic tables, toilets, and grassed areas are available adjacent to the ramp, and views toward Tomaree National Park and Yakaba Headlands make for a scenic setting.