Statis Rock — also known as Skeleton Rock — is the sheltered home reef of Seal Rocks on the NSW Mid North Coast. Just off the headland at Boat Beach, this rocky outcrop drops to sand at 12 m depth with sheer sides, overhangs, and gutters that attract wobbegong and Port Jackson sharks, cuttlefish, and consistent grey nurse sharks. Bommies and kelp-draped terrain make for excellent close-up snorkeling in a calm, protected setting, ideal as a second dip after more exposed spots. Access is via a steep track from the headland carpark at Boat Beach.
Statis Rock
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Wave Height 0.8 mSwell Period 8.6 sWind Speed 1.7 knPrecipitation 0.1 mmTidal Phase slack
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Low risk: Funnelled swell
Swell can become concentrated in the narrow gap between Statis Rock and the headland, creating surge.
Low risk: Navigation hazard
Straying onto the sandy bottom away from the reef can make it difficult to find your way back to the rock.
Low risk: Rocky shore entry
Access requires a steep track down from the headland and entry over rocks, not a sandy beach.
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Entry
From the Pacific Highway, turn onto Seal Rocks Road and follow to the village. At the end of Kinka Road, turn right toward the headland carpark overlooking Boat Beach. A steep walking track descends from the carpark to the shoreline near Statis Rock.
Parking & facilities
Small carpark on the headland above Boat Beach, plus limited roadside parking on Kinka Road. 4WD access only for boat launching on Boat Beach itself.
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No fees for snorkeling or parking at the headland carpark.
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