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Lady Bay Beach (2030)
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Lady Bay Beach

About the Beach

Lady Bay is a tiny clothing-optional beach tucked below the cliffs between Camp Cove and South Head, inside Sydney Harbour National Park. Legal nudity has been permitted here since 1976, and it draws a relaxed, mixed crowd year-round.

The beach faces west across the harbour toward Middle Head, so mornings stay shady and the sun hits properly from midday onward. The water is calm harbour water with no surf and no rips, but there are no lifeguards either, so you swim at your own risk.

Getting here takes a bit of effort. The ferry from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay is the easiest option, then it is a 15-minute walk along the South Head Heritage Trail past Camp Cove and down steep steps to the sand. There are no toilets, no shops, and no fresh water on the beach, so bring what you need.

The beach is small, maybe 80 metres of sand, and gets busy on warm weekends. If you want space, come on a weekday or arrive early.

Tomorrow's Forecast

Expecting strong southerly winds around 24km/h with a large 1.6m swell from the south-east. Cool 18°C in the air expected with comfortable 21°C in the water, and a falling tide. Rainy conditions with a minimal UV index of 1.

Includes weather data from Google

Getting There

Watsons Bay, 2030, NSW

Take the ferry from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay (about 23 minutes). From the wharf, walk past Camp Cove and follow the South Head Heritage Trail. Steep steps lead down to the beach, about a 15-minute walk from the wharf. Parking in Watsons Bay is limited, so the ferry is your best bet on weekends.

No dedicated parking

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