California
From:
Rusty
Subject: Capitola Nude Beach
I found
a good nude beach no websites even mention in Capitola, its called privates, it
has killer surf on bigger swells , its on east cliff dr. half mile north of downtown
Capitola. there’s a small parking lot outside of a fenced gate, it looks like
your supposed to have a key but its never locked.
From:
Sandy
Subject: Nude Beaches
near Santa Cruz
On
the Beach replies: Pay a visit to Red, White, and Blue Beach. There is an
entrance fee but it's a great beach. The World guide to Nude Beaches and Resorts
gives these directions:(from the World Guide to Nude Beaches and Resorts)
Seven miles north
of Santa Cruz along Hwy 1. Look for a large red, white, and blue mailbox with
the number 5021 on the west side of the road. Turn onto Scaroni Road.
From:
Jamie
Subject: Re: Avila nude beach?
How do I get to
Avila nude beach?
On
the Beach replies:This description is taken from "Califonia's Nude
Beaches" by Dave Patrick:
"Go
south from San Luis Obispo on Hwy 101 for six miles and take the Avila Road exit.
Then head west on Avila Road for two miles unitl you see an uphill grade (Cave
Landing Road) on the left marked "Not a Through Road - No Overnight Parking."
Follow it and in 6/10 mile you'll find a large parking area on the right. Several
sets of crude steps have been cut into the soft clay paths leading southward to
Pirate's Cove, but this improvement is not particularly permanent or continuous.
Therefore, footwear suitable for descending the rather steep (and sometimes slippery)
cliffs is an excellant idea."
Get
the best rates on your naturist vacation.
Dave's
book is an excellent guide to nude beaches not only in California but Oregon,
Washington and Hawaii.
If you make it to the beach would you please give us a report?
From:
Richland
Subject: Re: Nude Beaches
near Santa Barbara
I am a resident of Santa Barbara and am looking for the nearest and best nude
beaches. I also would like to be well informed as to any regulations at these
locations. Any information will be much appreciated.
On
the Beach replies:To answer your question we referenced " California's
Nude Beaches" by Dave Patrick. Keep in mind that nudity on the beach in Santa
Barbara county is illegal. However, enforcement varies from time and place. It's
always wise to check with locals before running naked on the beach. Having said
that here are some places recommended in "California's Nude Beaches."
More Mesa - between
Goleta and Hope Ranch, take the Turnpike Road exit south to Hollister. Go left
on Hollister to Puente and turn right. Continue on Puente until it becomes Vieja
Drive at the intersection of Via Huerto, a turnoff to the left.You'll want to
park on Vieja Drive just before Mockingbird Lane. Walk down Mockingbird to a dirt
horse path that leads to the water, about 3/4 mile. Please note that's it's illegal
to park on Mockingbird.
Rincon Beach - in Carpenteria - take Bates Road exit and follow signs to the beach.
For more
details get a copy of California's Nude Beaches by Dave Patrick. He also covers
Hawaii, Oregon , Washington and Nude Resorts and Hot Springs.
Beach
Lover Personals
From:
justjas
Subject: Re: Nude near San
Clemente
I will be visiting the San Clemente area in mid September which will be my first
trip to California. I have often wished to experience a nude beach but have always
lived in the conservative south. I see this as an opportunity to fulfill a deep
desire to express this side of my personality in safe discrete manner. Please
advise me of any nude beaches located in or around San Clemente if their are any
and any information that I should know about such beaches. I am not gay and would
not feel comfortable in that setting. I would truly prefer a secluded area where
I would not be hastled. Occasional traffic would be ok but would rather just be
alone at first. Please email back to let me know if there is such a place. Thanks
for your time.
On
the Beach replies:We have just the place. It's San Onofre State Beach
just a few miles south of San Clemente.
Please share your experience with us when you get back. You might also want to
read an article we have about how to go nude on the beach for your first time.
It's at Nude Guide.
From:
justjas
Subject: Re: Nude at San Onofre
Thanks for the
suggestion. I went to the beach that you recommended. I was not sure where the
co part was but I went right to the spot. I walked down trail 6 and went south
along the water. I soon noticed a few nude sunbathers and knew I was in the right
place. I felt a bit awkward at first because I had my suit on but as soon as I
found a spot I took off my shirt and then my trunks. It was wonderful. I can't
explain the feeling of freedom but I am sure you know it well yourself. It was
mid-day when I got there so I didn't stay too long. I was afraid of burning previously
untanned areas. I had forgotten my sunscreen. There was a volleyball game going
on while I was there. I watched but couldn't bring my self to play which is a
pity. I love volleyball and at 6'5" am pretty good. I think I just wasn't ready
for that close of contact. After about 45 minutes I stood and put my shirt on
and my trunks back on and headed back to my hotel. I considered going back later!
in the evening but it was such a long walk and i knew that by the time I got there
everyone would probably have left. This was my first trip to California but I
certainly don't want it to be my last. Thanks again for the info and the suggestion.
I hope to bring my fiancee there sometime. She may not be as open to public nudity
as I am but maybe she will keep an open mind and we can enjoy it together.
Subject:
San Onofre Trip Report
San
Onofre
From:
Jeanne
Subject: Re: CO resorts in
San Diego
I am looking for all choices of clothing optional resorts in the San Diego area.
I am leaving in a few days... any ideas or websites for me to check out? Thanks
very much!!
On
the Beach replies:Here's the web site for the Swallows.
Also,
check out Black's Beach near La Jolla.
Subject: Black's Beach Trip Report
Black's Beach
From:
Pat
Subject: Re: Nude resorts/hotels/B&B's.
Hi All, Thanks for being there!!
My husband and I are legitimate nudists and have been for 20 years or so. We recently
discovered your website and love it. One question, is there a quick way of looking
for nude resorts, etc., in California without reading every locations resume looking
for the word "nude" or "clothing optional"? Thank you in advance of any assistance
you give us,
On
the Beach replies: We haven't found a resource on the Web but use two excellent
books: California's Nude Beaches by Dave Patrick includes CO resorts and also
Oregon, Washington and Hawaii.
World Guide To Nude Beaches and Resorts by Lee Baxandall, is also very good. If
you have a specific area in mind in California we'd be pleased to look up information
for you.
Let me know if you want me to look up any resorts for you in specific
areas.
Beach
Lover Personals
Subject:
Re: Lake Tahoe.
Anybody know of any nude beaches in the Lake Tahoe
On
the Beach replies:California's
Nude Beaches by Dave Patrick suggests these beaches for skinny dipping in Lake
Tahoe:
Chimney Beach, Black Sand Beach, Secret Beach, Secret Creek Beach,
and Whale Beach.
These beaches are all linked together in the Toiyabe National Forest. "From the
North Shore Casinos, go east and then south on Hwy 28. After passing the turnoff
for Sand Harbor, continue uphill until you reach a paved parking area with restrooms
on the lake side of the highway. Next to the restrooms is the start of a north-south
Forest Service fire road. Less that 100 feet farther, a sign reading 'National
Forest Beaches', marks a steep downhill path. It's a ten minute hike to the bottom
where a trail marker points the route to Chimney." - California's Nude Beaches.
The other
beaches can be reached by hiking south from Chimney.
Subject:
Re: nude beaches Northern California.
I live in northern California...are
there any nude beaches here...
On
the Beach replies:Northern California covers a lot of ground. The following
is excerpted from California's Nude Beaches by Dave Patrick:
Marin County - Red Rock Beach - 1/2 mile south of Stinson Beach
Mendocino
- Gualala River - across the Mendocino County line and the Gualala River Bridge,
a mile south of the town of Gualala.
Humboldt - Baker's Beach - 12 miles north
of Arcata on Hwy 101. Exit Westhaven to Scenic Drive, north. Look for a metal
sign saying "Private Property' Cars park here and people walk down to the beach.
The property is owned by the Bakers who welcome naturists.
From:
Lost?
Subject: Directions to Black's
Beach
Directions from La Jolla, California to blacks beach
On
the Beach replies:Excerpted from California's Nude Beaches by Dave
Patrick -
"Exit
I-5 at La Jolla Village Drive. Go west about 1/2 mile to Torrey Pines Road. Make
a right and look for the entrance to the Salk Institute on your left, just past
the college. Take Torrey Pines Scenic Drive which will take you to the clifftop
dirt parking area next to the gliderport."
Subject:
Re: Black's Beach
is blacks beach California a gay beach?
On
the Beach replies:Black's Beach is for people who like to be nude on the beach.
Regardless of your sexual orientation, if you like clothing optional beaches,
you'll like Black's.
Subject:
Re:
Gay nudist resorts
Can you tell me if there are any gay nudist lodgings in the San Diego area and
how to get in touch with them.
On
the Beach replies: We don't have any information. Try contacting the
Swallows Sun Island Club. They're in El Cajon, near San Diego, and may be able
to help you. (619) 445-3754 or fax 445-2370. The area code may have changed to
760
From:
TwoBchBums
Subject: Nude resorts/hotels/B&B's
(Santa Barbara,Ca.)
If you would, we will appreciate any assistance in finding a clothing optional
resort/hotel or B&B in, or very near the city of Santa Barbara, Ca. We love the
town and such accommodations would make our stay that much better. One of the
reasons being, we always meet nice folks when we are in the nude....it's very
difficult to be pretentious and nude at the same time!!!
Subject: Nude beaches in L.A. County
Do you know if it safe to sunbathe nude again at Smugglers Cove in Palos Verdes.
I remember about a year ago or so they Sheriffs department had a big crackdown
on nudity there. And is El Matador now officially a nude beach in Malibu?
On
the Beach replies: Sorry, we don't have the specific answers to your
questions. Since L.A. county's enforcement of anti-nudity laws varies from time
and place it's always best to check with locals before tossing your swimsuit on
the sand and running off into the surf.
On
the Beach replies: Sorry, Pat and Joe, we didn't have any look with
CO resorts in the Santa Barbara Area. Palm Springs has several if you're interested
in that area. There are several accepted CO beaches: Rincon, at the Ventura County
line, and Summerland Beach, just east of Lookout County Park..
Subject: nude beaches in the Bay area
I
just moveed to San Jose Ca. I was wondering if there are any nude beaches close
by
On
the Beach replies:Here's just two but there are more:
North Baker Beach and Golden Gate Bridge Beach both near the bridge. For more
specific info go to : http://www.beachesbeaches.com/nude2.html
From:
Mr. Ship
Subject: Re: CO/Fort Bragg/
Ca
Where
is a good place to get naked in Fort Bragg/ Ca. ?
On
the Beach replies:Dave Patrick in "California's Nude Beaches" suggest
Gualala River at the mouth. He says that you can drive to the mouth of the river
via rugged dirt access roads on the west side of Hwy 1.
He also suggest Lilies
Beach near Mendocino Woodlands. His directions are: "As you approach the town
of Mendocino, turn right on Little Lake Road and drive 4.2 miles east past a marker
which reads Mendocino Woodlands. A few hundred yards later, just before a "Weight
Limit 9 tons" sign, turn right on an unmarked road, which is paved for a short
distance and then turns into a dusty winding road. Continue for 2.4 miles until
the road forks and then turn right. You'll see other cars parked under the trees.
The main beach is a ten-minute hike along a trail that parallels the stream.
Florida
Subject:
Re: Miami/Lauderdale nude advice
My girlfriend and I will be visiting S. Florida in mid April. Anyone have advice/directions
to nude beaches +/or clubs/resorts?
On
the Beach replies:You can get a complete guide to nude beaches and
up to date information from:
South Florida Free Beaches
P.O. 330902,
Coconut Grove, Fl. 33133
Lee Baxendall in his book World Guide to Nude Beaches and Resorts suggests: Haulover
Beach - on State Road A1A between Bal Harbour and Sunny Isles
Lummus Park
- Miami Beach
Seminole Club - west of Miami (305) 473-0231
Please give us a report when you get back.
Subject:
Re: nude beaches near Panama City
i am going to Florida next Thursday and want to find a nude beach, i will be in
the Panama city area. can you help?
On
the Beach replies:To get the latest on nude beaches in the Panhandle
area go to: Panhandle
Free Beaches
Subject: Re: nude beaches in the Jacksonville
Florida area
we are looking for one can you help
On
the Beach replies:We can't find any info on nude beaches close to Jacksonville.
However, at the Cumberland Island National Seashore you can find secluded beaches
for nude sunbathing. The area is just to the north of Jacksonville off the SE
coast of Georgia.
Subject: Re: Nude
beaches in Florida
I am writting to find out if / which of the Islands south of Florida have nude
beaches / resorts.
I am planning a trip for this summer and would love this info to assist in my
deciding destination. Please assist.
On
the Beach replies: Please be more specific when you say "islands
south of Florida." Nudity on beaches in Florida is generally illegal with
a few exceptions. The customs vary from island to island in the Caribbean.
Tell us what islands
or group of islands you have in mind and we'll help you out.
Subject: Re: Re: Florida Beaches
Thanks for responding . I am specifically interested in the Palm Beach area. Looking
forward to your reply.
On
the Beach replies: There's a group called the Palm Beach Naturists.
Write them at P.O. 432, West Palm Beach, Fl. 33402. Send them a stamped self-addressed
envelope along with your question about CO or nudist beaches. There are also several
naturist resorts in the area: Sunsport Gardens (407) 793-0423 and Sunnier Palms
(407) 468-8512.
Subject: Key West, Florida
There's several nude opportunities in Key West. First, here's a report from one
of our readers. Then his report is followed by a couple of other tips. Thanks
to all of you who provide us with current information.
Find
me a person who loves going to nude beaches.
From:
A Fan of On the Beach
Hello, Great Site! Very informative! A web site visitor asked about nude beaches
in Key West, Florida. I recently moved from there, so I know a little about the
area. There is a Resort called Atlantic Shores. It is on the Atlantic side of
the island at the end of both Simonton& Duval St. (the resort is actually between
those two streets). You don't have to be a guest of the resort to go there. As
a matter of fact they welcome tourists and locals. It is a very popular spot.
It is not unusual for all their chairs to be rented out by 1:00 p.m. (nominal
charge for a chair rental $2.00). They have a full bar and pretty good food. They
actually don't have a beach in the true since of the word. They have a pier that
goes out into the Atlantic with steps into the white sanded bottom, clear, shallow
water. Next door to the resort is the Marriot Reach Resort. They have a topless
beach, although full nudity is not permitted there. fficially you have to be a
guest there to use the beach. I've found that if you go to the bar and order some
food or a drink, more times than not they will not ask anyone to leave.
At the Atlantic
Shores Resort, most of their clientel is gay. For that matter, a good part of
Key West is gay. The resort definitely has a mixed crowd of gay and straight people.
I am a straight man, and never have felt uncomfortable there, nor has my wife.
More
Key West Tips:
Take a water taxi to Tank Island and head to the southwest shore. Or, check in
at Old Town at 1111 Watson St. For more information write them at 1111 Watson
St, Key West, Fl. 33040.
Subject: Nude Beaches near Tampa
We are looking for nude beaches on the gulf side of Florida, north of Tampa. Any
ideas?
On
the Beach replies: Out in Tampa Bay there's an island called Beer Can
Island. Many people run naked on the beach there. But enforcement policies change.
So, check with locals before dropping your suit. There's also a club called Club
Paradise. It's 17 miles north of the Tampa Bay airport. Their phone number is
(813) 949-9327, P.O. 750 , Land O'Lakes, Fl. 34639
