Is Public Nudity Legal in Hawaii?
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Generally no: Hawaii law makes it a petty misdemeanor to intentionally expose the genitals to a person one is not married to, under circumstances in which the conduct is likely to cause affront. We found no officially designated clothing-optional beach in Hawaii in the sources we checked.[1]
Main provision: Hawaii Revised Statutes § 707-734 (indecent exposure)
Designated nude beaches or tolerance?
We found no officially designated clothing-optional beach in Hawaii in the sources we checked.
Private naturist clubs and resorts
Hawaii does not appear in AANR's club locator state list, and we found no source documenting private naturist clubs in Hawaii.[4]
Penalties
Indecent exposure is a petty misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.[1][2][3]
Frequently asked questions
Is public nudity legal in Hawaii?
Generally no: Hawaii law makes it a petty misdemeanor to intentionally expose the genitals to a person one is not married to, under circumstances in which the conduct is likely to cause affront. We found no officially designated clothing-optional beach in Hawaii in the sources we checked.
Are there official nude beaches in Hawaii?
We found no officially designated clothing-optional beach in Hawaii in the sources we checked.
Is nudity allowed at private naturist clubs in Hawaii?
Hawaii does not appear in AANR's club locator state list, and we found no source documenting private naturist clubs in Hawaii.
What is the penalty for public nudity in Hawaii?
Indecent exposure is a petty misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.
Sources
- HRS § 707-734 (FindLaw) (statute)
- HRS § 706-663 (FindLaw) (statute)
- HRS § 706-640 (FindLaw) (statute)
- AANR Nudist Club Locator (federation)
This page summarises the law for travellers and is not legal advice. Laws, local bylaws and enforcement change; follow local signs and check the sources below. Last checked 31 October 2026.