Tucked within Booti Booti National Park on the Mid North Coast of NSW, Shelly Beach is a pristine, secluded cove of white sand and turquoise water, backed by coastal bushland. Reached via a short walking track from Elizabeth Beach, this sheltered gem offers some of the best shore-entry snorkelling in Pacific Palms. Its calm, clear shallows and rocky reef margins make it ideal for exploring underwater — and it remains blissfully uncrowded thanks to its hidden location.
Shelly Beach (Booti Booti NP)
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Low risk: Clothing-optional beach
Shelly Beach is an unofficial clothing-optional beach — visitors should be prepared for nudity and respect all beachgoers.
Low risk: Limited facilities
No toilets, drinking water, or lifeguard services — bring everything you need including water and food.
Low risk: Remote access via walking track
Access is via a short but uneven bush walking track from Elizabeth Beach car park, unsuitable for wheelchairs or prams.
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From The Lakes Way, turn into Boomerang Drive in Elizabeth Beach. Park at the Elizabeth Beach car park (near the Surf Club), then follow the short Booti walking track south through coastal bush to reach Shelly Beach.
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Parking available at Elizabeth Beach car park off Boomerang Drive. Spaces fill quickly on summer weekends and public holidays.
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Booti Booti National Park entry fee: $8 per vehicle per day (or NSW National Parks annual pass).
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