Location
Australia
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
September to May
About Kings Beach
Kings Beach is a small, secluded beach inside Broken Head Nature Reserve on the far north coast of New South Wales, about a 15-minute drive south of Byron Bay. It sits between rocky headlands, below a strip of coastal rainforest, and can only be reached on foot, which keeps numbers low. NSW National Parks says nude bathers may be encountered on Kings Beach, and Tourism Australia describes it as an isolated beach you will probably share with a handful of naturists and surfers. There is no separate nude section: the whole of this short beach is used clothing-optional, and it has been for decades according to naturist guides. The sand beach faces the open Pacific, so the surf can be strong and there are rip currents; it is not patrolled by lifeguards. There are no facilities on the beach itself. The nearest toilets, showers, picnic tables and barbecues are at the Broken Head picnic area elsewhere in the reserve. The national parks service asks visitors to respect others and warns that anti-social behaviour and inappropriate activity are not acceptable here.
Getting there
Drive south from Byron Bay towards Broken Head (about 15 minutes) and park at the small car park at the Broken Head Nature Reserve track entrance; it fills on fine weekends. From there a walking track runs through coastal rainforest down to the beach, about 15-20 minutes each way, and it is not wheelchair accessible. There is no public transport to the track head. Dogs are not permitted in the reserve.
What visitors say
Visitors describe Kings Beach as quiet and natural, with a small, relaxed mix of naturists, surfers and walkers rather than a crowd. The rainforest walk in is part of the appeal but puts off people carrying a lot of gear. Common tips are to bring water and shade because there is nothing on the beach, and to take care in the surf because it is unpatrolled and rips are common. Guides and the parks service both stress that respectful behaviour is expected.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
Kings Beach is not one of the beaches legally designated for nude bathing under the NSW Local Government Act. NSW National Parks acknowledges on its Broken Head visitor page (checked 2026) that nude bathers may be encountered here, while warning that anti-social behaviour and inappropriate activity are not acceptable.
Naturism at Kings Beach sits under Australia's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: Australia public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. -28.7106, 153.6164
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Is nudity legal at Kings Beach?
It is not a legally designated nude beach, but NSW National Parks acknowledges that nude bathers use it. Behave discreetly; anti-social behaviour is not tolerated.
How long is the walk?
About 15-20 minutes each way on a rainforest track from the car park at the reserve entrance.
Are there toilets or a lifeguard?
No. There are no facilities and no lifeguards on Kings Beach; the nearest toilets are at the Broken Head picnic area.
Is the water safe for swimming?
It is open surf with possible strong rip currents and is unpatrolled, so swim with care.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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