Best Clothing-Optional Resorts in Florida

Florida is the clothing-optional capital of the United States. The combination of year-round warm weather, a long naturist tradition going back to the 1930s, and a culture that accepts the practice as ordinary recreation has produced more clothing-optional resorts than any other state. The variation in style is wider than most outsiders realize — flagship resorts with restaurants and spas, family-friendly co-ops with playgrounds, RV-focused parks, and small B&Bs that fit a half-dozen guests. This is the considered list, organized by what kind of trip you’re planning.

The Florida C/O Tradition: Why So Many Resorts?

The roots run deep. American Sunbathing Association — predecessor to AANR — was founded in part by Florida-based naturists. The state’s geography supported member-owned cooperative properties that bought rural land cheaply in the early 20th century and converted it into clubs. Many of those properties still exist today, run by descendants of the original families or by communities that organized around them.

The result is a state with more clothing-optional resorts than the rest of the South, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast combined. Florida is where the American naturist tradition is most institutionalized — where you can find a flagship resort with a full restaurant, a smaller member-owned club a few miles away, an RV park down the highway, and a B&B in the next county.

For travelers, this density means choice. You can pick a property style that exactly matches what you want, rather than compromising on what’s available.

Flagship Full-Service Resorts

These are the largest commercial properties with the full hospitality experience — restaurants, spas, organized activities, hotel-style rooms, and easy access for first-time visitors.

Cypress Cove Nudist Resort & Spa

Cypress Cove Nudist Resort & Spa is the flagship. Located in Kissimmee, about a 30-minute drive from Orlando International Airport, Cypress Cove has been operating as a clothing-optional resort since the 1960s. The property includes a restaurant serving three meals daily, a full spa, multiple pools and hot tubs, tennis courts, a lake with fishing, and hotel-style accommodations from rooms to villas.

Cypress Cove is the easiest first-time pick for travelers flying into central Florida. Day passes are available. Online booking is straightforward. The orientation for new guests covers everything you need to know. The crowd skews to the older end of the age range but the resort is family-friendly.

Paradise Lakes (Neighborhood Associations of)

Neighborhood Associations of Paradise Lakes is the older and larger of Florida’s two flagship resorts. Located in Land O’ Lakes north of Tampa, Paradise Lakes combines residential and resort components. The resort side offers hotel-style accommodations, multiple pools, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a packed calendar of organized events.

Paradise Lakes has a more party-friendly atmosphere than Cypress Cove, especially on weekends. The resort attracts younger crowds and hosts themed dance nights and pool events. For first-timers wanting energy, Paradise Lakes delivers. For first-timers wanting quiet, look elsewhere.

Sunsport Gardens

Sunsport Gardens is a family-oriented full-service resort in Loxahatchee, west of West Palm Beach. The property includes a restaurant, two pools, a hot tub, tennis and volleyball courts, and a large variety of lodging options — RV sites, cabins, tent camping, and seasonal rentals.

Sunsport markets aggressively to families and runs structured kids’ programming on weekends and during summer breaks. The atmosphere is family-friendly in a way that not every nudist resort is.

Family-Friendly Co-Ops

These properties accept families with kids and have the community structure that makes that work — playgrounds, family events, kid-tolerant atmosphere.

Lake Como Family Nudist Resort

Lake Como Family Nudist Resort, founded in 1941, is one of the oldest continuously operating nudist resorts in the United States. The property is a 200-acre co-op north of Tampa with a swimming pool, tennis courts, volleyball, a small restaurant and bar, and a mix of RV sites, rentals, and member-owned homes.

Lake Como feels more like a small year-round community than a typical resort. Many members live on site full-time. The vibe is low-key, family-oriented, and slow-paced. It’s a great fit for travelers who want to experience the cooperative nudist tradition rather than the commercial-resort version.

Sunny Sands Resort

Sunny Sands Resort in Pierson, north of Daytona Beach, is a smaller family-friendly resort with a swimming pool, hot tub, volleyball courts, and a friendly low-key atmosphere. The property has a few rental units, RV sites, and tent camping. The community is small enough that you’ll meet most of the regulars over a weekend.

Sunny Sands is a good middle ground between flagship-resort scale and tiny-club intimacy. Family-friendly, welcoming to first-timers, easy to book.

Sunnier Palms

Sunnier Palms in Fort Pierce is a smaller property with motel-style rooms, RV sites, a clubhouse, and a pool. The resort accepts day passes and has a friendly first-timer-welcoming culture. Adults-only by policy.

RV-Oriented Parks

For RV travelers or campers, several Florida properties focus specifically on the RV experience.

Bare RV Resort

Bare RV Resort is purpose-built for RV travelers. Full hookups, paved sites, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and a friendly RV-community atmosphere. The resort is family-friendly and accepts day-pass visitors.

Paradise Pines RV Park

Paradise Pines RV Park focuses on RV sites with full hookups, plus limited rental accommodations. The resort is smaller than Bare RV Resort but has a similar friendly atmosphere.

Hidden Lake Resort

Hidden Lake Resort combines RV and tent camping with a small number of rental units, on lakefront property with fishing and swimming. The property is family-friendly and accepts day passes.

Smaller Co-Ops and Boutique Properties

For travelers who want the cooperative-club experience or a quieter, smaller-scale stay.

Suwannee Valley Resort

Suwannee Valley Resort is a family-oriented co-op in north Florida, on the Suwannee River. The property includes a swimming pool, river access, and rustic lodging. The atmosphere is slower and more outdoorsy than the flagship resorts.

Tallahassee Naturally

Tallahassee Naturally is a travel club rather than a landed resort, but worth mentioning for travelers in the Florida Panhandle. The group organizes social events, hikes, and visits to clothing-optional venues throughout the region. Membership-based.

Hidden River

Hidden River is a family-friendly resort with on-site dining, pool, and a variety of lodging options. Smaller than the flagships, with a quieter community feel.

Florida’s Beach Reference Point: Haulover

Any honest accounting of Florida’s clothing-optional scene has to mention Haulover Beach, because for many travelers it’s the reason they consider Florida at all. Haulover is the most famous clothing-optional beach in the United States — a roughly half-mile stretch on a barrier island just north of Miami Beach, officially designated by Miami-Dade County and patrolled by county lifeguards. It’s free, it’s free-form, and it draws a mixed crowd that resort culture doesn’t always produce: locals, retirees, snowbirds, day-trippers, and international travelers all on the same wide stretch of fine sand.

Haulover isn’t a resort and it doesn’t pretend to be. There are no rentals, no orientation, no on-site community. You park, you walk to the official clothing-optional section at the north end, and you spend the day. That’s the appeal — minimal friction, no membership card, no booking, no need to like anyone else there.

For resort travelers, Haulover works as a counterpoint and a complement. If you’re staying at a south Florida resort and want a beach day that isn’t curated by your resort, Haulover is a 30-to-60-minute drive depending on where you’re based. If you’re a beach person first and a resort person second, Haulover may matter more to your Florida trip than any resort on this list — and a beachside hotel in Sunny Isles or Bal Harbour will get you within walking distance.

If you’re new to clothing-optional spaces and the resort model feels like too much commitment, Haulover is the gentlest possible entry point. Go for an afternoon. Decide what you think. The resorts will still be there next trip.

See the full Haulover Beach location page for access details, parking, and seasonal notes.

What to Know Before Booking Any Florida Resort

A few practical points apply across the board.

Summer is brutal. Florida from June through September is hot, humid, and storm-prone. The bigger resorts have indoor amenities to escape the heat, but pool-deck time at midday in August requires serious dedication. The shoulder seasons — March-May and October-November — are the sweet spot for Florida resort visits.

Hurricane season runs June through November. Most resorts have plans for tropical storms and hurricanes, and they’ll communicate evacuations if needed. Travel insurance for late-summer visits is worth considering.

Mosquitoes and bugs. Florida has serious bugs, especially in spring and during/after rainy season. Most resorts spray and maintain their grounds, but you’ll want repellent for evening walks. Properties in north Florida and the Panhandle deal with more insect pressure than south Florida coastal resorts.

Hot-weather pool culture. Florida resort pool decks are intensely sunny. Umbrellas, hats, and SPF 50+ are basic equipment. Some properties have shade structures or covered pool areas; others don’t. Check the property description before booking if shade matters to you.

Many properties cluster near Tampa, Orlando, and South Florida. If you’re flying in, Tampa International (TPA), Orlando International (MCO), and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) are the easiest hubs. Tampa serves Paradise Lakes, Lake Como, and several smaller properties. Orlando serves Cypress Cove and central Florida options. Fort Lauderdale and Miami serve South Florida resorts and the day-trip option of Haulover Beach.

Choosing the Right Property for Your Trip

A simple decision framework:

First clothing-optional resort experience: Cypress Cove or Paradise Lakes. Full hospitality, easy to book, family of first-timer guides, predictable experience.

Traveling with family: Lake Como, Sunsport Gardens, or Sunny Sands. Active family-friendly culture and infrastructure built for kids.

RV travel: Bare RV Resort or Paradise Pines. Purpose-built for the rolling lifestyle.

Smaller, slower stay: Suwannee Valley, Hidden River, Sunnier Palms. Less crowded, more community-feeling.

Adults-only quiet: Sunnier Palms or Mi Kasa-style smaller properties (Mi Kasa is technically in California — see our California resort guide).

Day-trip combination: Stay at any south Florida resort and visit Haulover Beach for a beach day. Stay at a central Florida resort and combine with theme parks or coast trips.

FAQ

Which Florida resort is most beginner-friendly? Cypress Cove. Full hospitality, formal orientation for new guests, easy day-pass access, large enough that first-timers blend in.

Are any Florida resorts adults-only? Some are. Sunnier Palms is adults-only. Family-friendly resorts are the more common Florida model, but verify the specific property’s policy.

What’s the best time of year to visit? March through May and October through November are ideal — warm but not brutal, low rain, peak community activity. December through February is cooler and quieter. June through September is hot, humid, and prone to thunderstorms.

Do Florida resorts allow same-day arrivals? Most do, but reservations are strongly recommended. Walk-in availability varies by property and season. The flagship resorts can sell out completely during peak season weekends.

Are pets allowed? Some resorts are pet-friendly, some aren’t. Lake Como, Sunsport Gardens, and several smaller properties accept well-behaved pets with advance notice. Verify before booking.

Is alcohol permitted? Most Florida resorts allow alcohol consumption in designated areas and most rental accommodations. Public-pool-deck alcohol policies vary. Some properties have restaurants/bars; some don’t. Bringing your own is generally welcome.

Are weed and other recreational substances tolerated? Officially no, everywhere. Florida law prohibits marijuana use in public settings. Resorts generally enforce this in common areas. What guests do in their own rented accommodations is private business, but be discreet and don’t expect resort permission.

Related Guides

• How to Choose Your First Clothing-Optional Resort — the broader decision framework for picking any property.
• First Time at a Clothing-Optional Resort: What to Expect — the day-one walkthrough.
• Family-Friendly Naturist Resorts: What Parents Should Know — Florida-specific resorts that fit family travel.

Featured Locations

The shortlist of Florida resorts worth booking:

• Cypress Cove Nudist Resort & Spa — Kissimmee, flagship full-service.
• Lake Como Family Nudist Resort — Lutz, family co-op.
• Neighborhood Associations of Paradise Lakes — Land O’ Lakes, energetic flagship.
• Sunsport Gardens — Loxahatchee, family-focused.
• Sunny Sands Resort — Pierson, mid-size family.
• Sunnier Palms — Fort Pierce, adults-only.
• Suwannee Valley Resort — north Florida, outdoorsy co-op.
• Bare RV Resort — purpose-built RV park.
• Paradise Pines RV Park — smaller RV-focused property.
• Hidden Lake Resort — lakefront RV and camping.
• Hidden River — small family-friendly resort.

And the beach counterpoint to the resort list:

• Haulover Beach — Bal Harbour, the most famous clothing-optional beach in the United States.