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Nude Beaches in New South Wales

NudistMap lists 15 nude beaches in New South Wales, Australia, covering clothing-optional beaches and naturist beaches. 6 of them are officially designated or naturist-only. 7 have been checked against an official, land-manager or federation source. In August the sea at these spots is typically around 18°C (65°F).

All nude beaches in New South Wales, Australia

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  1. 1Obelisk Beach nude beach · best December to MarchOfficialSea 18°C in August
  2. 2Kings Beach nude beach · best September to MayToleratedSea 21°C in August
  3. 3Cobblers Beach nude beach · best December to MarchOfficialSea 18°C in August
  4. 4Werrong Beach nude beach · best December to MarchOfficialSea 18°C in August
  5. 5Lady Bay Beach nude beach · best December to MarchOfficialSea 18°C in August
  6. 6Armands Beach nude beach · best JanuaryOfficialSea 16°C in August
  7. 7Little Congwong Beach nude beach · best December to MarchProhibitedSea 18°C in August
  8. 8Myrtle Beach nude beach · best JanuaryCustomarySea 17°C in August
  9. 9Samurai Beach nude beach · best December to MarchOfficialSea 19°C in August
  10. 10Shelly Beach nude beach · best December to AprilClothing optionalSea 19°C in August
  11. 11Washaway Beach nude beach · best December to MarchToleratedSea 18°C in August
  12. 12Little Jibbon Beach nude beach · best December to MarchClothing optionalSea 18°C in August
  13. 13Moon Bay nude beach · best JanuaryCustomarySea 16°C in August
  14. 14Little Diggers Beach nude beach · best December to AprilCustomarySea 20°C in August
  15. 15North Smoky Beach nude beach · best December to AprilCustomarySea 20°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

How many nude beaches are in New South Wales, Australia?

NudistMap currently lists 15 nude beaches in New South Wales, Australia. 6 are officially designated or naturist-only; the rest are clothing optional by custom or tolerance.

What are the best-known nude beaches in New South Wales, Australia?

The most documented are Obelisk Beach, Kings Beach, Cobblers Beach, based on how much open data, encyclopedia coverage and visitor information exists for each.

When is the sea warm enough for swimming in New South Wales, Australia?

At most beaches here, the sea averages 21 °C or more in December to May. See sea temperatures by month for what counts as warm.

When should I visit New South Wales, Australia?

Climate averages suggest December to March for Obelisk Beach. Each place page has a month-by-month chart.

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