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Rhode Island
Every clothing-optional place we've verified in Rhode Island. Tap any entry for full visit notes, etiquette, access and seasonal advice.
Rhode Island, USA
Black Rock Beach
Black Rock Beach is the clothing-optional beach on Block Island, Rhode Island — a small island about 13 miles off the coast of Point Judith, accessible only by ferry. The C/O area is on the island's southwestern shore, at and around the black rock outcropping that gives the beach its name. The beach here is rocky and rugged, typical of the island's south and west coast character, with Atlantic swells and a more exposed, wild feel than the sandy eastern beaches. Block Island itself is a state-designated scenic area, with over a third of its 11 square miles protected as conservation land. The island has no traffic lights, limited car access, and a culture of outdoor recreation — hiking, cycling, kayaking — that makes it a popular escape from the Rhode Island and Connecticut mainland. The nude beach tradition at the southwestern shore is long-established and locally accepted. Getting to Block Island requires a ferry from Point Judith (State Pier, Galilee, RI) — about 55 minutes for the traditional ferry. High-speed service is available from Providence and Newport in summer. From the New Harbor, Black Rock Beach is reached by walking or cycling to the island's southwest — roughly 2.5 miles from town, most of it on quiet roads or trails.
Rhode Island, USA
Dyer Woods
Dyer Woods sits on 90 acres of forested land in Foster, Rhode Island, about 20 minutes west of Providence. It's one of New England's oldest clothing-optional campgrounds, operating since the 1930s—a genuine piece of American naturist history. The property functions as a membership campground and draws a loyal base of regulars who've been coming for decades. The landscape is mostly wooded with hiking trails threading through tall trees, a spring-fed pond for swimming, and open lawn areas where people gather on sunny days. You'll find a mix of seasonal campers with their own trailers parked on long-term sites, spots for tents, and a few rustic rental cabins. The pond is the main draw in warm months—it stays refreshingly cool even in August heat, and the shoreline is peaceful. Trails let you wander through the woods at your own pace. Facilities are basic but functional: bathhouses, a small camp store, and a clubhouse for community meals and events. The atmosphere is low-key and family-friendly, with a strong sense of community among members. Weekends in summer bring larger crowds, but weekdays can be quiet, almost meditative. This isn't a resort with manicured grounds or resort amenities—it's a cooperative campground where people come to relax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy simple pleasures without clothes.