Photo credits
- Photo 1: Jim Cutler © DPIE
- Photo 2: Jim Cutler © DPIE
Samurai Beach Campground
Tomaree National Park, New South Wales, Australia
About this place
4WD beach camping behind Samurai Beach dunes near Port Stephens.
- Campsites
- 20
- Camping setup
- Tents, Camper trailers
Samurai Beach campground sits behind the dunes, with ocean, headlands and a natural coastal setting close to camp. Both the campground and nearby beach are clothing-optional, an important detail to know before planning a stay.
Use a 4WD to reach the area, then explore the beach and nearby surf breaks or spend a quieter day by the water. Check current access and beach conditions before travelling.
What this place offers
- Unpowered sites
- Unmarked sites
Getting there
Samurai Beach campground is in Tomaree National Park. To get there from Port Stephens or Nelson Bay: Drive south-west along Nelson Bay Road (B63). Turn left onto Frost Road. Continue for 1.8km, then turn right onto Gan Gan Road. Continue for 150m, then turn left onto the 4WD-only Samurai Beach access trail. Drive a further 1.2km to reach Samurai Beach. Drive carefully along the beach front, heading north east. Use the access track between the dunes to reach the campground. Road quality: Unsealed roads Vehicle access: All roads require 4WD vehicle Weather restrictions: 4WD required in wet weather Parking: If you have a 4WD vehicle, you can park at Samurai Beach campground. If you want to hike to the campground, parking is also available at Big Rocky trail carpark. Use the informal walking tracks to make the 1.5km (20-minute) trek from the carpark across rocky headlands to Samurai Beach campground.
Things to know
- Check booking requirements and current NPWS park alerts before travelling.
- Bring drinking and cooking water.
- Pets are not permitted; certified assistance animals are excepted.
Where you'll be
Tomaree National Park, New South Wales, Australia
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