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Year-round (summer is busiest)
About The Willamettans
The Willamettans is a member-run co-operative nudist club on just over 44 acres of forest at the end of Parsons Creek Road, beyond the village of Marcola in the Mohawk Valley, about 30 miles northeast of Eugene. Its roots go back to a group of Corvallis-area couples who began meeting in 1948; the club bought this land in 1953. Around 450 members own and run it, with a small paid office staff, and members are expected to do volunteer chores. The tree canopy keeps much of the grounds shaded. Facilities include a lodge, a 9-foot-deep swimming pool that is the social hub, a sauna and hot tub, tennis and bocce courts, pickleball, a craft room, a dog park, a bar that hosts karaoke and themed nights, a small gift shop and the Sunshine Cafe. Visitors and members can rent cabins or camp. The grounds are clothing optional, but clothing is not allowed in the pool, sauna or hot tub. Sexual conduct is banned and photography is restricted to private areas with everyone's consent. The club is open all year, though winter activity moves indoors. In August 2026 it hosted the 95th AANR national convention, its first time doing so, and was fully booked.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on this private property in Oregon. Nudity is required in the pool, sauna and hot tub; clothing is optional elsewhere.
Public nudity is largely prohibited in the US under indecent exposure laws which vary significantly by state. Vermont has no state-level law against public nudity, making it unique. Florida designates specific beaches as clothing-optional (Haulover Beach, Blind Creek State Park). Federal jurisprudence under the First Amendment has occasionally recognised nude expression in protests, though states regulate for public decency standards. Most states prohibit exposure of "sexual organs" in public under statutes similar to Florida Statute § 800.03.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
Take Highway 126 from Springfield to Marcola Road and continue past Marcola to Parsons Creek Road, about 25 minutes' drive; there is no public transport. The entrance is a locked farm gate with an intercom, and it is normally opened only for members and booked tours, so call the office first (541-933-2809, 10 am to 6 pm daily). Prospective members take a tour, make three visits and pass a national criminal background check, then serve a year's probation; membership was around $300 a year in 2025. Membership is open to all ages, including families. Use a towel on all seating.
What visitors say
Local press and convention reports describe a friendly, close-knit co-op where newcomers usually relax within minutes and members span every income bracket, from retirees on Social Security to wealthy professionals, with some living on site full-time. Visitors praise the shaded forest setting, the deep pool and the social calendar of themed bar nights and sports. The entry process is notably strict and slow, with a locked gate, tours by appointment and background checks, which some find off-putting but most see as reassuring.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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44.1845, -122.9088
Frequently asked questions
Can I just turn up at The Willamettans?
No. The gate opens for members and pre-arranged tours, so phone the office before visiting.
How do I become a member?
Take a tour, make three visits, pass a national background check and complete a one-year probation; dues were about $300 a year in 2025.
Is nudity required?
The grounds are clothing optional, but nudity is required in the pool, sauna and hot tub.
Is it family friendly?
Yes. Membership is open to all ages.
Is it open in winter?
Yes. The club is open year-round, though most winter activity is indoors.
Sources
- Good Morning, Sunshine! - AANR (2026) Official
- Naturist Network, Spring 2026 - The Naturist Society Foundation (PDF) Official
- Thriving Willies - Eugene Weekly (2025)
- Full Disclosure: Uncovering Oregon's nudist subculture - Ethos (search result)
- Nudists attempt to break skinny dip world record - KVAL (search result)
Researched 25 October 2026 ; confirmed against an official source 25 October 2026.
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