Nude Beaches and Naturist Places near New York City
There are 7 clothing-optional places within 62 mi (99 km) of New York City, New York: 4 nude beaches, 2 nudist resorts & clubs, 1 naturist campground. The sea is warmest in August.
Straight-line from the centre of New York City. Use Directions on each place page for the driving route.
All 7 places, nearest first
Sort by warmest water or by distance from where you are now.
- 1Fort Tilden Beach nude beach · New York · best July to August12 mi (20 km) south-east of New York CityCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 2Jacob Riis Park Beach 1 nude beach · New York · best July to August13 mi (20 km) south-east of New York CityCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 3Gunnison Beach nude beach · New Jersey · best July to August18 mi (28 km) south of New York CityToleratedSea 23°C in August
- 4Sky Farm nudist resort · New Jersey31 mi (49 km) west of New York CityClothing optional
- 5Rock Lodge Club nudist resort · New Jersey37 mi (60 km) north-west of New York CityClothing optional
- 6Lighthouse Beach nude beach · New York · best July to August42 mi (67 km) east of New York CityProhibitedSea 23°C in August
- 7Camp Out Poconos naturist campground · Pennsylvania62 mi (99 km) west of New York CityClothing optional
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 New York City?
Yes. 4 clothing-optional beaches lie within 62 mi (99 km) of New York City. The closest is Fort Tilden Beach, about 12 mi (20 km) south-east of the city.
What is the closest naturist place to New York City?
Fort Tilden Beach, a nude beach about 12 mi (20 km) south-east of New York City in a straight line. Its status: customarily clothing optional.
When is the sea warmest near New York City?
In August, when the sea at these beaches averages about 23°C (73°F), based on NOAA OISST 1991–2020 means.
This list also covers Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, Staten Island, Newark, Jersey City, Yonkers.