CampingOfficial dataNSWPort StephensUpdated 25 May 2026
Samurai Beach campground
4.5 combined rating70 GoogleSet up camp behind the dunes at beautiful Samurai Beach campground, near Port Stephens. This 4WD-accessible campground and nearby Samurai Beach are both clothing-optional.
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CampingAvailable100%BookingRequired100%ShowersAvailable100%Hot waterUnknown50%WaterAvailable100%BBQAvailable100%TablesUnknown50%ShelterUnknown50%PowerUnknown50%FireAllowed100%
Official details
PriceThere are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies.
BookingsBook up to 12 people or 2 sites online.
Please noteSamurai Beach campground and nearby Samurai Beach are clothing optional. Clothing is required in other areas, including the dunes and surrounding bushland behind Samurai Beach and on One Mile Beach. The beachfront of Samurai Beach is for day use only. Only camp within the designated camping areas. Do not camp on the beach. Maximum stays of 7 days apply. Access to the campground is via Gan Gan Road and Samurai Beach access trail only; you must have a 4WD vehicle to use the access trail. Do not drive on the sand dunes, they are fragile habitat.
Camping typeTent, Camper trailer site, Camping beside my vehicle
What to bringDrinking water, cooking water, fuel stove, ice, portable toilet, toilet paper, torch, food supplies, first aid kit, insect repellent, sunscreen
Group bookingsSchool groups and Park Eco Pass holders can make a group booking enquiry .
Number of campsites20
Full official description
Facilities: Unpowered sites, unmarked sites | What to bring: Drinking water, cooking water, fuel stove, ice, portable toilet, toilet paper, torch, food supplies, first aid kit, insect repellent, sunscreen | Price: There are no camping fees at this campground but a $6 booking fee applies. | Visitor facilities: There are no toilets, showers, barbecues or bins at Samurai Beach campground. The nearest toilets and outdoor showers are at One Mile Beach main carpark. Take all rubbish and waste (including toilet waste) with you. Types of sites Unpowered sites Unmarked sites | Permitted: Fishing A current NSW recreational fishing licence is required when fishing in all waters. | Prohibited: Please don’t play amplified music after 10pm. Camp fires and solid fuel burners Gathering firewood Generators Horses Pets Pets and domestic animals (other than certified assistance animals) are not permitted. Find out which regional parks allow dog walking and see the pets in parks policy for more information. Smoking NSW national parks are no smoking areas . Search availability
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Setting and activities
BeachAvailable100%FishingAvailable100%SwimmingUnknown50%WalksUnknown50%PlayUnknown50%PetsNot allowed100%4WDunconfirmed55%
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