The state, San Diego County, and the municipalities near these beaches have rules that are strictly enforced so follow all local rules and established laws to avoid getting a citation, or worse yet, getting places closed to nude sunbathing. There are so few clothing-optional beaches in SoCal so this one really stands out. Read our beach description to understand where the nude zone is. Boneyard Beach is an unofficial nude beach. Due to its seclusion below the steep bluffs of Encinitas and the lack of a direct access, it has a reputation as a nude beach.

A nude beach , sometimes called a clothing-optional or free beach , is a beach where users are at liberty to be nude. Nude beaches usually have mixed bathing. Such beaches are usually on public lands, and any member of the public is allowed to use the facilities without membership in any movement or subscription to any personal belief. The use of the beach facilities is normally anonymous. Unlike a naturist resort or facility, there is normally no membership or vetting requirement for the use of a nude beach. The use of nude beach facilities is usually casual, not requiring pre-booking. Nude beaches may be official legally sanctioned , unofficial tolerated by residents and law enforcement , or illegal.

These hot spots are great if you want a carefree and clothing-optional getaway. But before you hit a nudist beach, know that strict etiquette reigns supreme. In fact, most clothes-free destinations have more rules than a boarding school. Reading somewhere that a beach is clothing-optional does not mean that the beach is actually clothing-optional. Do your due diligence and ensure that the area is truly safe for your naked patronage.

Three Mile Point on the Naramata Bench. At this time the lake water is high due to rain and snow melt at higher elevations. Shortly the lake will be drained to it's normal height and the beaches cleaned and prepared for summer use.