Who needs swimmers? Swap your bathing suit for your birthday suit at one of Sydney’s clothing-optional beaches
Not that anyone has too many clothes on when they strut into the surf, but there's something undeniably liberating about a dip in the sea wearing nothing at all. And it just so happens that there are several beautiful Sydney beaches where you can go skinny dipping without scandalising other sun-seekers or risking the wrath of the po-po. Here, we've put together a tried-and-tested list of the five best nude beaches you can visit in Sydney.
So, leave your cossies at home and hit the road. You've got places to be.
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This little cove close to Middle Head is well known for skinny-dipping and snorkelling. You'll be nestled safely in bushland and gazing out across the glorious foreshore toward Dobroyd Head.
Time Out tip: Mosman is home to some of Sydney's most spectacular mansions, grab a coffee post-swim and stroll around the streets (you'll need clothes for this part).
This short stretch of sand, also known as Little Bay Beach, is one for exhibitionists (mostly male), since tourists on boats often like to gawp as they make their way toward South Head. It's clothing optional, but most patrons are keen to keep it as natural as possible.
Time Out tip: Head to Watsons Bay Hotel afterwards for a sunset Spritz (clothes here are essential).
Located just off Middle Head, Obelisk is a little nude pocket renowned for its tranquility. It's a decent hike down the stairs to this little salty nudist haven, but it's worth it for the gorgeous views of Camp Cove, Parsley, Watsons Bay and Vaucluse in the distance.
Time Out tip: On nearby Spit Road you'll find some of Sydney's very finest op shops. Stop by and you might want to go clothed afterall.
While not officially a spot for nude fun in the sun, this relatively secluded beach in La Perouse looking out over Bare Island attracts a lot of clothing optional swimmers. If you want to show off your fancy new cozzies, follow the walking track to its big brother, Congwong Beach, who prefers his visitors clothed.
Time Out tip: The island over the bay is a fascinating historical site for a post-swim explore (again: you'll need clothes if you're heading here afterwards).
Located about an hour south of Sydney, Werrong is a truly secluded spot for naturists. The trade-off for the epic remoteness of the spot is the 2km walk to the sand, so you'll want to be dressed in walking shoes at the very least. It's also important to note that rips and rocks make this a challenging beach for swimming.
Time Out tip: There are heaps of beautiful hikes and swimming holes in the Royal National Park, so it's worth making a day of it.
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