2020.01.23 Out There Colorado
Whether it’s called going au naturel, rocking the birthday suit, or being in the buff, being naked can be a freeing experience. If you’re looking to add a clothing-optional adventure to your Colorado bucket list, check out one of these 7 spots.
1. Orvis Hot Springs
Located in Ridgway, Colorado, Orvis Hot Springs is clothing optional spot that allows nudity at outdoor soaking areas and in the sauna. They do require nude individuals to utilize a towel, robe, or other modest covering in hallways of their main building.
2. Strawberry Hot Springs
An iconic Colorado hot spring found at the end of a long dirt road near Steamboat Springs, Strawberry Hot Springs is clothing optional after dark when no one under 18 is allowed at the facility.
3. Mountain Air Ranch
A true nudist resort, Mountain Air Ranch offers the opportunity to hike, swim, and play paddle tennis while naked.
4. Desert Reef Hot Spring
This clothing optional facility considers themselves “family-oriented” with a number of policies and regulations set-up tp “ensure the safety and security” of all patrons. Located within an hour from Colorado Springs in Florence, Desert Reef Hot Springs allows nudity during most times of the day. Note that men can not visit this resort unless they purchase a membership or are accompanied by their partner.
5. Orient Land Trust
Home to a “clothing-optional naturist open space” and Valley View Hot Springs, Orient Land Trust is another spot where clothing isn’t required. Located in Moffat, Colorado, this destination is also home to a large colony of bats known for their group exodus of a mine shaft.
6. Dakota Hot Springs
Dakota Hot Springs is clothing-optional every day of the week except for Tuesday. Keep in mind that this Penrose-destination is considered a family-friendly environment and that rules regarding nudity exist.
7. Conundrum Hot Springs
Conundrum Hot Springs is allegedly a clothing-optional spot, often frequented by naked locals. That being said, check with local rules and regulations prior to planning a trip to this destination. Recent years have brought a number of new rules and policies, including a permitting system for camping.
