Nude Beaches near Santa Maria
There are 4 clothing-optional places within 57 mi (91 km) of Santa Maria, California: 3 nude beaches, 1 clothing-optional hot spring. 3 of them are officially designated or naturist-only. The sea is warmest in September.
Straight-line from the centre of Santa Maria. Use Directions on each place page for the driving route.
All 4 places, nearest first
Sort by warmest water or by distance from where you are now.
- 1Pirates Cove nude beach · California22 mi (35 km) north-west of Santa MariaOfficialSea 15°C in August
- 2Gaviota Nude Beach nude beach · California36 mi (58 km) south-east of Santa MariaOfficialSea 17°C in August
- 3More Mesa Nude Beach nude beach · California · best August to September52 mi (84 km) south-east of Santa MariaOfficialSea 18°C in August
- 4Montecito Hot Springs clothing-optional hot spring · California · best June to September57 mi (91 km) south-east of Santa MariaCustomary
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a nude beach near Santa Maria?
Yes. 3 clothing-optional beaches lie within 57 mi (91 km) of Santa Maria. The closest is Pirates Cove, about 22 mi (35 km) north-west of the city.
What is the closest naturist place to Santa Maria?
Pirates Cove, a nude beach about 22 mi (35 km) north-west of Santa Maria in a straight line. Its status: official clothing-optional area.
Are there official clothing-optional areas near Santa Maria?
Yes: Pirates Cove, Gaviota Nude Beach, More Mesa Nude Beach are officially designated or naturist-only.
When is the sea warmest near Santa Maria?
In September, when the sea at these beaches averages about 17°C (62°F), based on NOAA OISST 1991–2020 means.
This list also covers Lompoc, Orcutt, Nipomo.