Hams Beach

New South Wales, Australia

🟒 Patrolled
surf fishing scenic

πŸ“– About Hams Beach

Hams Beach is a 1.5-kilometre surf beach on the southern side of Swansea Heads in the Lake Macquarie region of NSW. Exposed to open-ocean swell averaging 1.6 metres, it is known for its reef breaks and persistent rips β€” best suited to experienced surfers and bodyboarders. Backed by revegetated dunes, it has good parking and access near the southern end alongside the caravan park.

πŸ“ Location

πŸ›Ÿ Safety & Patrol

🟒 Patrolled Beach

Provider: Surf Life Saving

Hazard Rating: 6/10

Known Hazards:

Topographic rips

πŸ„ Surf Conditions

  • Difficulty🟠 Advanced
  • Wave TypeReef break
Topographic rips

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