Location
Australia
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Mixed
About Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is an isolated beach in Murramarang National Park, just south of South Durras on the NSW South Coast, about three and a half hours' drive from Sydney. It is the park's only clothing-optional beach, used by naturists unofficially. The beach is in two parts separated by a low rock platform. The northern, main beach is the larger one and the better for swimming but has little shade. The smaller southern beach is sand and cobbles with a shallow reef and rocks, and a grassy area behind it with more shade. High cliffs and bush surround the beach. NSW National Parks describes it as a place for swimming, snorkelling, surfing, fishing and picnics; there are no facilities, no lifeguard patrols and no signage about nudity. Because it is only reached by short bush tracks, it is never very busy.
Getting there
Two short walking tracks lead to the beach from Old Coast Road south of South Durras, one at each end. NSW National Parks rates the Myrtle Beach walking track at 0.6 km return, grade 3, about 15-30 minutes. Murramarang National Park charges a vehicle entry fee ($8 per vehicle per day, paid at machines). There is no public transport, and the tracks are not wheelchair accessible. Bring water, sun protection and supplies.
Amenities
Legal context
Myrtle Beach is not a legally designated nude beach under NSW law; NSW National Parks does not mention nudity on its page for the beach (checked 2026). Nude bathing is customary but not legally protected.
Naturism at Myrtle 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.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. -35.6827, 150.3000
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 Myrtle Beach a legal nude beach?
No. It is used unofficially by naturists but is not legally designated, and there are no signs.
How long is the walk?
About 0.6 km return on a grade 3 bush track from Old Coast Road, roughly 15-30 minutes.
Do I need to pay?
Yes, Murramarang National Park has a vehicle entry fee of $8 per day.
Which part has shade?
The smaller southern beach has more shade from the grassy area behind it; the main northern beach has little.
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Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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