Country
United States
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Family friendly
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Season
Late April to October
About Solair Recreation League
Solair Recreation League is a member-owned family nudist resort and campground in Woodstock, in the north-east corner of Connecticut, drawing nudists from across New England. Founded in 1934, it is one of the oldest nudist clubs in the US and is affiliated with the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR). The grounds cover more than 360 acres of woods around a pond with a sandy beach, used for swimming, boating and fishing. Facilities include a solar-heated outdoor pool, hot tub and sauna, tennis and pickleball courts, volleyball and shuffleboard, a fitness centre, a library, a community centre with an outdoor pavilion, a children's playground and marked hiking trails. Accommodation is in rental cabins, on tent platforms, or on RV and travel-trailer sites, and many members keep seasonal homes on site. The Bare Grille café on the lower level of the community centre opens on summer weekends. Solair is family-oriented, with activities for children and adults, and has made efforts to attract younger members through reduced rates for under-40 and under-30 couples. Visitors are welcome from late April through October; members use the grounds year-round.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on the club's private grounds in Connecticut.
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
Solair is at 65 Ide Perrin Road, Woodstock, CT 06281, about an hour from Hartford, Providence and Worcester; drive. Arrive during office hours, show government photo ID and sign the waiver; parents with minors must show proof of parentage. Day visitors leave by 8 pm Sunday-Thursday and midnight Friday-Saturday. 2026 day fees: single $120, couple or family $80, under-40 couple $60, under-30 couple $40, with 20% off for AANR/TNS members and 10% off for veterans; a single woman's first visit is free under AANR's Woman in Nude Recreation programme. Call 860-928-9174 for cabin and camping rates.
What visitors say
Press coverage and visitor accounts portray Solair as a large, wooded and well-equipped traditional family club with a strong community feel and an older membership core. The pond beach, pool and trails are highlights. Single-visitor day fees are notably higher than couple and family rates.
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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42.0207, -72.0547
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Solair for the day?
Yes, from late April through October. Arrive during office hours with photo ID and sign the waiver; in autumn 2026 first-time visitors could only arrive on weekends between 9 am and 2 pm.
How much does a day visit cost?
2026 day fees were $120 single, $80 couple or family, $60 for an under-40 couple and $40 for an under-30 couple, with 20% off for AANR or TNS members.
Are single men welcome?
Singles can visit, but the single day rate is the highest. Single women get their first visit free under AANR's Woman in Nude Recreation programme.
Is Solair family friendly?
Yes. It is a family club with a playground and children's activities; bring documents proving parentage for minors.
Is it open in winter?
Not to visitors. Members and associates use the grounds year-round, but visitor season runs from late April to October.
Sources
- Solair Recreation League (official site)
- Fees - Solair Recreation League
- Solair Recreation League - CTvisit
- Nudists try to attract younger following (NBC News/AP)
- Nude swimming holes in New England (Boston Globe, 2014)
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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