Beach
Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section
Maslin Beach, South Australia, AU
- Clothing optional
- Family oriented
- Officially sanctioned
- Status unknown
Last checked Aug 2026
Maslin Beach, south of Adelaide in South Australia, became Australia's first officially legal nude beach in 1975, and its southern section remains one of the country's best-known clothing-optional destinations. It's a council-managed public beach rather than a private resort, with the nude section clearly separated from the clothed northern part of the beach.
Know before you go
Stay within the signed clothing-optional section at the southern end of Maslin Beach — the northern part is a standard clothed beach. Access is via a steep set of stairs down the cliff from the car park, there are no facilities directly on the nude section, and the beach can get busy on warm summer weekends.
Frequently asked questions
Is clothing required at Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section?
This location is clothing optional: nudity is permitted, and you are free to stay dressed if you prefer.
Is Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section family-friendly or adults-only?
Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section is family oriented and welcomes children accompanied by their parents or guardians.
Is nudity at Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section officially sanctioned?
Yes — nudity here is officially sanctioned by the operator or the governing authority.
Can I visit Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section for the day?
Access: Public. Day access: Yes.
When is the best time to visit Maslin Beach - southern clothing-optional section?
Season: Year-round; summer peak.
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