Where the Weather’s Warm and the Clothing Is Optional
For some, the thought of lounging by the pool or playing tennis in the nude may seem intimidating, while for others, it’s the ultimate form of freedom and relaxation. Embracing the clothing-optional lifestyle and letting the sun soak your bare skin can be a truly eye-opening adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned nudist, naturalist, or simply curious about exploring a nude-friendly environment, California offers some of the best resorts and pools for going au naturel. From serene retreats to social hotspots, here are nine of the top nude resorts and pools in California where you can enjoy a liberating, clothing-optional getaway.
1 | Desert Sun Resort
This Mediterranean-style, adults-only nudist resort is located a mile away from Palm Springs. For over 25 years, nudists and naturists have been going to Desert Sun Resort to spend time relaxing au naturale. The resort was built on the same site as the famed 1943 clothing-optional Normandy Hotel built by actor Errol Flynn. Guests can enjoy three year-round heated pools, two whirlpool hot tubs, a full spa, tennis courts and a restaurant.
Desert Sun Resort
Location: Palm Springs
Best Nude Resorts and Pools in California
2 | Sequoians Nude Recreation
This co-opted nudist social club is for families, singles and couples. Amenities include a heated pool and hot tub, co-ed showers, nude or clothed hiking trails, lawn games, children’s area and a patio firepit. The tree-dotted property is green and lush with life, a sweet and relaxing escape from city life.
Sequoians Nude Recreation
Location: Castro Valley
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4 | Sea Mountain Resort
Sea Mountain Ranch is an adults-only nudist and lifestyle-friendly resort with 24-hour heated, mineral spring pools and hot tubs. Enjoy complimentary snacks and coke beverages during your stay and lingerie dances every night of the year. Guests come to Sea Mountain Ranch for a sexy and exciting experience, great for both singles and couples. Check into the new guest rooms where mineral water flows from the sinks and showers, and French doors open to pool views.
Sea Mountain Resort
Location: Desert Hot Springs
5 | Olive Dell Ranch
Nestled in Colton, California, Olive Dell Ranch is one of the top nudist resorts in Southern California, just a short drive from Los Angeles. Whether you’re new to the nudist lifestyle or a longtime naturalist, this resort will have even your most conservative friends embracing the clothing-optional experience. Guests can book a cozy rental cabin, hook up their RV, or pitch a tent for a weekend of nudist camping. Enjoy all-over sunshine while playing on the tennis courts, swimming in the nudist pool, or relaxing in the sauna. Olive Dell Ranch offers a wide array of activities, including bingo, book exchanges, cornhole, dances, movie nights, and monthly birthday celebrations, making it the perfect destination for a nude vacation.
Olive Dell Ranch
Location: Colton
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6 | Laguna del Sol
Stretching across 250 acres of land near Sacramento sits Laguna del Sol. Since its opening in 1961, people have been flocking to this resort for its top-notch facilities and green landscape. This family-friendly resort features a 25-acre lake, “Lake Archie,” where guests can enjoy a running trail, paddle boats and rope swing for free! Enjoy a meal at the Lakeside Inn for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The resort hosts many events throughout the year including “Rockets and Sprockets,” a car and motorcycle show weekend.
Laguna del Sol
Location: Wilton
7 | Glen Eden Resort
If you’re looking for nude resort that offers a great transition into the nudist/naturist lifestyle, then Glen Eden is for you. Indoor and outdoor pools, a dog park and a family center keep an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere alive. For the curious and studious, check out the Western Nudist Research Library and the bookstore located on the property. For a spiritual moment, head to the on-site chapel or stop by the two art studios for clay, painting, drawing and needlework classes!
Glen Eden Resort
Location: Temescal Valley
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8 | Wilbur Hot Springs
Wilbur Hot Springs is a beautiful, inclusive, off-grid, solar-powered resort. The hot springs are the only clothing-optional area of the resort; clothing is required everywhere else. Take some time to observe the wild ponies that live on the property at Wilbur Hot Springs, enjoy the nature preserve lush with flowers, trees and a large assortment of beautiful birds.
Local Insight: Wilbur Hot Springs was established in 1865 by Ezekial Wilbur. Later, it became a post office before J.W. Cuthbert built the hand-poured concrete hotel, one of the first of its kind in California.
Wilbur Hot Springs
Location: Wilbur Springs
Ashlee is a freelance writer with a focus on travel, lifestyle and food. After obtaining her degree in Journalism she took the world by storm teaching in South Korea and giving motivation speeches across the United States. She can often be found on road-trips, plane rides and cooking up her favorite meal from her most recent travels. The anti-homebody loves a good hike, good book and a day spent with friends.
