Pennsylvania
Nude Beaches & Naturist Clubs
Pennsylvania has 7 AANR-affiliated clubs and no legal public nude beach, ranking #5 of 50 states for naturist activity in this guide. The page lists 6 clubs and resorts, no beach locations and 1 annual event. Places to know: White Thorn Lodge and Sunny Rest Resort (Poconos).
6
Clubs Listed
No
Public Nude Beach
#5
National Rank
6
Listed Locations
State Laws & Overview
Pennsylvania has no public nude beaches. Private naturist clubs have operated in Pennsylvania for over 70 years. The Pocono Mountains region hosts several established resorts. Pennsylvania's Crimes Code §5901 covers indecent exposure but private clubs are legally distinct.
Naturist Clubs & Resorts
White Thorn Lodge
Darlington (Beaver County, near Pittsburgh)
Pennsylvania's largest and most established naturist resort. Over 100 acres with pool, lake, tennis, volleyball, and camping. Operating since 1941. One of the premier AANR clubs in the Mid-Atlantic region.
pool · lake · tennis · volleyball · camping
Sunny Rest Resort
Palmerton (Pocono Mountains)
Pocono Mountains naturist resort offering stunning Blue Mountain views. Pool, hot tub, tennis, volleyball, and lodge accommodations. Popular weekend destination from NYC and Philadelphia.
pool · hot tub · tennis · volleyball · lodge
Penn Sylvan Health Society
Perkasie (Bucks County, near Philadelphia)
Suburban Philadelphia naturist club operating since 1951. Pool, sports courts, and wooded property. Convenient for Philadelphia and New Jersey residents.
pool · volleyball · horseshoes
Arrowhead Nudist Resort
Robesonia (Berks County)
Central Pennsylvania resort near Reading with pool, camping, and family-friendly activities. Active year-round calendar.
pool · volleyball · camping
Naked Acres
Clarks Summit (Scranton area)
Northeast Pennsylvania naturist campground with wooded setting and simple facilities. Quiet and secluded.
The Pocono Naturists
Poconos region
Social club organizing events and meetups throughout the Pocono Mountains for naturist visitors and residents.
Annual Events
Summer
Mid-Atlantic Naturist Games
Annual athletic competition hosted by Pennsylvania naturist clubs, including volleyball, bocce, and swimming.
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Also on Pennsylvania
Also on Pennsylvania: the full Pennsylvania profile covers taxes, cost of living, crime and schools, and the county map lets you compare every county in the state. For related rules, read the Pennsylvania sex laws guide and the Pennsylvania gambling laws guide.
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Data sourced from AANR, The Naturist Society, state park records, and municipal ordinances. Laws summarized for informational purposes only — verify current local regulations before visiting. Club locations approximate; contact clubs directly for access. Some facilities require membership or advance reservation.