6 locations · United States
Washington
Every clothing-optional place we've verified in Washington. Tap any entry for full visit notes, etiquette, access and seasonal advice.
Washington, USA
Denny Blaine Park
Denny Blaine Park is a small Seattle Parks property on the western shore of Lake Washington in the Madrona neighborhood — a half-acre of grass, a short freshwater beach, and one of the country's oldest continuously-used urban clothing-optional spaces. The C/O convention dates to at least the 1980s, when Seattle Times reporting covered topless sunbathers there being warned by police. After Seattle dropped its lewd-conduct ordinance in 1990, the practice became fully legal under state law. Denny Blaine is the LGBTQ+ community's historic Seattle beach — and that history has been formally recognized. In 2025 the park was added to the Washington Heritage Register as the state's first recognized LGBTQ nude beach, citing decades of community use and the safe-haven role the space has played, particularly for Seattle's trans community in the years after the COVID lockdown. The recent political history matters for any current visitor. In late 2023 Seattle Parks proposed adding a privately-funded children's playground to the small park — a change that would have functionally ended the C/O convention. Community pushback was immediate and overwhelming: an overflow crowd of around 400 people attended a December 6 hearing, and two days later the city announced the playground would not proceed. The city's reasoning explicitly cited the cohesion the park brings to the LGBTQIA+ community. Since 2025, however, the city has installed fencing and signage around a designated 'nude zone' within the park (effectively limiting the C/O area), and private security has been patrolling. A 2026 lawsuit challenging topless enforcement is currently active. The park's identity as an open LGBTQ+ space remains the defining feature, but the legal and regulatory context is evolving. Check current local advisories before a visit.
Washington, USA
Dogfish Beach (Dogfish Point)
Dogfish Beach — locally also called Dogfish Point — is a tucked-away saltwater beach on Samish Bay, accessed via a pull-off along the famous Chuckanut Drive between Bellingham and Burlington. It's been a known clothing-optional spot in the Pacific Northwest naturist community for decades, despite the access making it one of the harder beaches in the region to reach. Getting there is the experience. From a small unmarked pull-off along Chuckanut Drive, a near-cliff-face trail drops down toward the railroad tracks that run between the cliffs and the water. Ropes are tied to trees to help with the steeper sections. After the trail you cross the active BNSF train tracks — and they are genuinely active, with limited reaction time once you hear an approaching train — to reach the beach itself. The land is privately owned by a shellfish company. Local convention is that the owners tolerate naturist use as long as visitors don't leave trash and don't disturb the shellfish operations. There are no facilities, no lifeguards, no signage, and no easy alternative if you change your mind halfway down. The rocky-and-gritty shoreline calls for water shoes; heavy-duty beach blankets are standard kit among regulars. This is not a beginner's beach. It's a Pacific Northwest cult-favourite, best for visitors who already know they want to do this and have appropriate footwear, situational awareness for the train tracks, and the willingness to leave no trace.
Washington, USA
People's Park
People's Park is an informal clothing-optional swimming area near the Spokane River in eastern Washington — a riverside outdoor space in the Spokane metro area with a long-standing local naturist tradition. The spot is part of Spokane's broader outdoor recreation culture, which is unusually active for a city of its size: the Spokane River Centennial Trail, the parks along the river, and the surrounding Inland Empire landscape draw year-round outdoor users. The C/O tradition here is informal and local-knowledge-based, operating as a community-accepted norm at a specific stretch of riverbank or park area that Spokane naturists have used for decades. Unlike the formally designated nude beaches of the Pacific Northwest (Collins Beach in Portland, Wreck Beach in Vancouver), People's Park operates entirely on social convention without official status. Spokane is about 280 miles east of Seattle, accessible by car (4.5 hours) or by Amtrak's Empire Builder. The river here runs through a basalt canyon landscape distinctive to the Columbia Plateau, with warm summer temperatures (the inland Pacific Northwest runs hotter than the coast) and reliable summer sunshine that makes outdoor swimming genuinely pleasant from June through September.
Washington, USA
Tiger Mountain Family Nudist Park
Tiger Mountain sits on forested acreage outside Issaquah, about 30 minutes east of Seattle. It's a family-oriented resort that's been operating for decades, tucked into the foothills where you'll see plenty of Douglas fir and the occasional deer. The property has a pool, hot tub, and sauna—typical amenities for a Pacific Northwest club—plus volleyball courts and hiking trails that wind through the woods. You can camp in a tent, park an RV, or rent a cabin if you want a roof over your head. There's a small restaurant and bar on-site, so you're not driving into town for every meal. First-timers are welcome to stay clothed while you get comfortable. No one will pressure you. The one rule: no swimsuits in the pool, hot tub, or sauna. It's a hygiene thing—fabric traps chemicals and bacteria. Nude or a towel to sit on. That's standard at most nudist clubs. Weather matters here. Summers are warm and dry, perfect for being outside. Winters are wet and chilly, so the pool and indoor spaces get more use. Spring and fall can go either way. Check the forecast and pack layers for the evenings. The crowd skews older and family-focused. You'll see kids running around, retirees playing cards, and couples hiking. It's quiet and low-key, not a party scene.
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Kaniksu Ranch
Kaniksu Ranch sits on 40 acres of forested land near Loon Lake in northeastern Washington, about an hour north of Spokane. The property feels remote without being inaccessible—you'll drive through pine and fir forest on a gravel road before reaching the main grounds. The ranch operates as a family-oriented naturist resort with a mix of RV sites, tent camping spots, and a few rental cabins. Most visitors come for the quiet and the sense of space. The centerpiece is a small pond where you can swim or paddle. There's also a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and trails that loop through the property if you want to walk. The facilities are basic but maintained: restrooms, outdoor showers, and a communal fire pit area. Cell service is spotty, which some people appreciate and others find frustrating. Bring what you need—the nearest town with a grocery store is about 20 minutes away. Kaniksu Ranch attracts a mix of couples, solo travelers, and families during summer weekends. It's busiest in July and August. The vibe is low-key and welcoming, though you'll likely see the same core group of regulars if you visit multiple times. If you're looking for activities or nightlife, this isn't the place. If you want to read a book by a pond in the sun without clothing, it works well.
Washington, USA
Lake Bronson Club
Lake Bronson Club is one of the Pacific Northwest's oldest family-oriented naturist resorts, operating in the Cascade foothills since the 1930s. The 106-acre property sits about an hour northeast of Seattle in Sultan, making it one of the more accessible clothing-optional destinations in western Washington. The centerpiece is a spring-fed lake where you can swim, kayak, or join a game of water volleyball. On land, there's a heated pool, tennis and petanque courts, and regular volleyball. Wooded trails wind through the property if you prefer a quieter experience. The clubhouse has a restaurant and bar that serves meals on weekends and during events, and the social calendar runs year-round with live music, potlucks, and seasonal parties. Overnight options include tent sites, 24 RV spaces with power and water hookups, and a dump station. Lodge rooms and cabins are also available, though first-time visitors need to come as day guests before booking overnight stays. Lake Bronson operates as a member club but welcomes non-member visitors. It's part of the AANR network and draws from the Seattle-Everett metro area, offering a established, amenity-rich alternative to the more rustic hot springs and beaches elsewhere in the region.