Nude Beaches near Sydney
There are 8 clothing-optional places within 41 km (26 mi) of Sydney, New South Wales: 7 nude beaches, 1 naturist park or area. 5 of them are officially designated or naturist-only. The sea is warmest in February.
Straight-line from the centre of Sydney. Use Directions on each place page for the driving route.
All 8 places, nearest first
Sort by warmest water or by distance from where you are now.
- 1Obelisk Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March6.5 km (4 mi) north-east of SydneyOfficialSea 18°C in August
- 2Cobblers Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March6.9 km (4.3 mi) north-east of SydneyOfficialSea 18°C in August
- 3Lady Bay Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March7.6 km (4.7 mi) north-east of SydneyOfficialSea 18°C in August
- 4Washaway Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March7.8 km (4.8 mi) north-east of SydneyToleratedSea 18°C in August
- 5Little Congwong Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March14 km (8.7 mi) south of SydneyProhibitedSea 18°C in August
- 6Little Jibbon Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March24 km (15 mi) south of SydneyClothing optionalSea 18°C in August
- 7Royal National Park naturist park or area · New South Wales33 km (20 mi) south-west of SydneyOfficial
- 8Werrong Beach nude beach · New South Wales · best December to March41 km (26 mi) south-west of SydneyOfficialSea 18°C in August
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a nude beach near Sydney?
Yes. 7 clothing-optional beaches lie within 41 km (26 mi) of Sydney. The closest is Obelisk Beach, about 6.5 km (4 mi) north-east of the city.
What is the closest naturist place to Sydney?
Obelisk Beach, a nude beach about 6.5 km (4 mi) north-east of Sydney in a straight line. Its status: official clothing-optional area.
Are there official clothing-optional areas near Sydney?
Yes: Obelisk Beach, Cobblers Beach, Lady Bay Beach, Royal National Park and 1 more are officially designated or naturist-only.
When is the sea warmest near Sydney?
In February, when the sea at these beaches averages about 23°C (74°F), based on NOAA OISST 1991–2020 means.
This list also covers Central Coast, Liverpool, Parramatta, Hornsby, Redfern, Zetland, Pymble, Turramurra.