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Australia
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Season
March to May and September to November
About Naturist Retreat Camp, Merriwagga
Nude camping retreat at Merriwagga in the western Riverina, between Griffith and Hillston, away from the highway. Sites are spacious with good views, and guests can use a pool and spa, barbecues, hot showers and laundry, with cabins and caravans for hire. An old hut holds a small museum and a display of vintage farm machinery. Pets are allowed only indoors. The ANF lists a Red Dust Naturist Camping and Caravan Park at Merriwagga, probably the same property.
Legal context & local rules
Public nudity is generally illegal across Australian states under indecent exposure laws. NSW Summary Offences Act 1988 Section 5 criminalises obscene exposure. However, specific beaches designated as clothing-optional by state governments are legally exempt, creating designated safe spaces for legal naturism within an otherwise restrictive framework.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
Hosted stay booked through Hipcamp; the operator says it is not set up for guests with access needs.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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-33.8137, 145.6273
Sources
- Visit NSW: Naturist Retreat Camp, Hillston accommodation Official
- ANF Locations map: Red Dust Naturist Camping and Caravan Park (non-affiliate listing)
Researched 24 October 2026 ; confirmed against an official source 24 October 2026.
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