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About Paradise Lakes Resort
Paradise Lakes is a privately owned clothing-optional resort in Lutz, in Pasco County just north of Tampa. It opened in the early 1980s on land beside Lake Como, next door to the older Lake Como family nudist club, and grew into one of Florida's best-known nude resorts, with a residential condo community alongside the hotel. Today the resort describes itself as an adult venue aimed mainly at nudist couples in the lifestyle scene, so expect a party-leaning, adults-only atmosphere rather than a family naturist club. Facilities include four heated pools and a hot tub open all year, the Key West Bar & Grill and the Water's Edge restaurant (weekend breakfasts), an indoor bar, the Club Reveal nightclub on Friday and Saturday nights, water volleyball, six pickleball courts and a gym. Overnight guests use poolside hotel rooms with king beds; some privately owned condos are also let through holiday-rental sites. Clothing is optional across the grounds. The calendar is built around themed weekends, karaoke and trivia nights, and big seasonal parties such as Halloween.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on the resort's private grounds under Florida law; public nudity outside the property is not. Guests must be adults.
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.
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Getting there and visiting
The resort is at 2001 Paradise Lakes Boulevard, Lutz, FL 33558, off US-41 about 30 minutes north of downtown Tampa and Tampa International Airport; a car is needed. Visitors can come for the day on a daily membership (rates are posted as an image on the resort site, so check before you go), take a non-daily membership, or book a hotel room. In 2026 the site advertised room promotions from $115 Sunday-Thursday and $155 Friday-Saturday, plus a separate resort fee. It is adults only; contact the resort (813-949-9327) about single-guest policies, which are not stated online.
What visitors say
Holiday-rental and travel coverage portrays Paradise Lakes as a lively adult resort with a strong nightlife and lifestyle-couples scene, especially at weekends, rather than a quiet naturist retreat. Guests appreciate the pools, bars and the convenience of being close to Tampa. Some private condo listings note that a separate resort entry fee applies on top of rent. Traditional family nudists tend to point to neighbouring Lake Como instead.
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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28.1606, -82.4556
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Paradise Lakes for the day?
Yes. The resort sells daily memberships ('Stay for the Day'); prices are posted on its website as an image, so check before you travel.
Is Paradise Lakes family friendly?
No. It describes itself as an adult resort catering mainly to nudist couples in the lifestyle scene. Families should look at Lake Como next door.
Is nudity required?
No. The resort is clothing-optional throughout.
Is it open in winter?
Yes. It is open year-round and the four pools are heated.
Is Paradise Lakes the same as Caliente?
No. Caliente is a separate resort in Land O' Lakes, about six miles away, founded by a former Paradise Lakes manager.
Sources
- Paradise Lakes Resort (official site)
- Paradise Lakes Resort - Stay for the Day
- Spanish-style nudist resort opens after seven year wait (Tampa Bay Times, 2002)
- Florida Trend - Buck Naked
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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