Nude Beaches and Naturist Places in New York
NudistMap lists 12 naturist places in New York, United States, covering nude beaches, nudist resorts, naturist campgrounds and saunas. 2 have been checked against an official, land-manager or federation source. In August the sea at these spots is typically around 23°C (74°F).
By type in New York
All naturist places in New York, United States
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- 1Lighthouse Beach nude beach · best July to AugustProhibitedSea 23°C in August
- 2Zoar Valley Naturist Area nude beach · best AugustToleratedSea 23°C in August
- 3Empire Haven nudist resortClothing optional
- 4Fort Tilden Beach nude beach · best July to AugustCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 5Jacob Riis Park Beach 1 nude beach · best July to AugustCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 6Indian Lake Day Use Area nude beachTolerated
- 7Indian Lake Day Use Area nude beachTolerated
- 8Cranberry Lake Day Use Area on eastern Fred Island nude beachTolerated
- 9Stony Kill Falls nude beachListed
- 10Full Tan Sun Club naturist campgroundListed
- 11Alice Falls nude beachListed
- 12Brushwood Folklore Center naturist campgroundListed
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
How many naturist places are in New York, United States?
NudistMap currently lists 12 naturist places in New York, United States. 0 are officially designated or naturist-only; the rest are clothing optional by custom or tolerance.
What are the best-known naturist places in New York, United States?
The most documented are Lighthouse Beach, Zoar Valley Naturist Area, Empire Haven, based on how much open data, encyclopedia coverage and visitor information exists for each.
When is the sea warm enough for swimming in New York, United States?
At most beaches here, the sea averages 21 °C or more in July to September. See sea temperatures by month for what counts as warm.
When should I visit New York, United States?
Climate averages suggest July to August for Lighthouse Beach. Each place page has a month-by-month chart.
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Guides
- What is naturism?What naturism means, how it differs from nudism and FKK, where it is legal and what to expect at a naturist beach, resort or sauna for the first time.
- Nude beach etiquetteThe unwritten rules of nude and clothing-optional beaches: photos, towels, staring, couples, kids and what to do if someone breaks the rules.
- Your first nude beachHow to choose a first nude beach, what to pack, when to undress and how to feel at ease. Practical tips for first-time naturists, couples and families.
- When to goHow warm the sea is at nude beaches through the year, based on NOAA climate data, and which regions stay warm into autumn and winter.