Queensland, East Coast of Australia, Australia

Nudey Beach

Nudey Beach is a small, picturesque shell beach known for its stunning views and unique natural characteristics. The beach is often described as 'seriously beautiful', with the water displaying an unreal shade of aqua, green, and blue, contrasting against the white sand where the rainforest meets the shoreline. Small coral reefs can be found just 10 meters into the water at low tide, adding to the beach's charm.

However, the beach's beauty comes with a note of caution. The presence of jellyfish has been reported, although this is said to be uncommon for certain times of the year. Additionally, the beach's surface is made up of rough coral instead of sand, which can make navigation and walking in and out of the water a bit tricky.

Despite these challenges, Nudey Beach offers a great snorkeling experience, with the opportunity to explore its small coral reefs. The beach can be reached by a 15 to 30-minute walk, depending on the starting point. The path to the beach involves climbing a few rocks, adding a bit of adventure to the journey.

Discover places to stay near Nudey Beach and enjoy the unique blend of aqua, green, and blue waters contrasting with the white coral shoreline.

Once there, visitors can enjoy the beach's amenities, such as a swing for taking beautiful pictures. However, the beach can get crowded, so visitors are advised to plan their visit accordingly.

What to do at Nudey Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Nudey Beach include Foxy's Bar Fitzroy Island and Zephyr Restaurant.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the stunning beauty of the beach, with its unique aqua-green-blue water, white sand, and amazing views. Many visitors also enjoyed the snorkeling experience and the picturesque scenery for photography. However, some visitors complained about the beach being crowded, the presence of jellyfish, and the discomfort caused by the rough coral instead of sand.

Where to Stay near Nudey Beach?

Visitors to Nudey Beach often stay on Fitzroy Island, where the beach is located, as it offers convenient accommodations within walking distance. Many travelers also explore nearby Cairns, a popular base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef and other natural attractions, before or after their visit to the island.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Nudey Beach?

Latitude: -16.935232 / Longitude: 145.9830202

Nudey Beach is located in Queensland. The following map of Nudey Beach shows the exact location.

Nudey Beach: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, March 3, 2026
It's an average day for the beach. Expect some light rain. The wind will be moderate, with stronger gusts possible. The sun will be mostly hidden behind the clouds, but the UV index will still be high at 9, so be sure to apply sunscreen. The sea temperature is a warm 30°C, and the waves are moderate.
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Air

Low / High25°C/31°C
Feels Like (High)35.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature30.5 °C
Wave Height1.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance73%
Rainfall1.6 mm
Rain Duration4 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:16/18:40
Sunshine Hours7.0 hrs
UV Index9.5
Cloud Cover95%
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Wind

Speed17.3 km/h
Gusts39.2 km/h
DirectionSE

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