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May to September (sources differ on whether it stays open year-round)
About Sun Aura Resort
Sun Aura is a privately run, adults-only clothing-optional campground on about 300 wooded acres off State Road 10 in Newton County, northwest Indiana, roughly 75 miles south of Chicago. It occupies one of the oldest nudist sites in the country: the grounds opened in 1933 as Club Zoro, founded by Chicago lawyer Alois Knapp, and later became the notorious Naked City under the Drost family until it closed in 1986. After several owners, including a spell as Sunspot, it now trades as Sun Aura. The 63-foot concrete leg built as a sundial in the Naked City era still stands on the grounds. Accommodation is a mix of RV sites with hookups, a tent area and rental cabins. Facilities include an Olympic-size pool, a smaller conversation pool, a hot tub, a sauna, pool tables, a clubhouse with Wi-Fi and a smoke-free roundhouse used for themed dances on Friday and Saturday nights; food comes from an on-site barbecue outfit. Clothing is optional across the property, but nudity is required in the pools and hot tub, and photography of any kind is banned. Guests must be over 21, and both couples and singles are accepted. The atmosphere is social and party-oriented rather than family-focused.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on this private property in Indiana; clothing is required on public roads outside. The resort has no AANR affiliation.
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 I-65 to exit 230 (State Road 10) and head west about three miles; the entrance is at 3449 East State Road 10, with a Lake Village postal address. There is no public transport. Day visits, camping and cabin stays are possible; bookings are taken online and by phone (219-345-2000), and cabin arrivals outside office hours need advance notice. All guests must be 21 or older; single men and women as well as couples are accepted. Current prices were not published on any page we could open in 2026, so ask when booking. Photography is not allowed anywhere on site.
What visitors say
Public reviews are sparse. Campers describe tent sites as small and close together, and the overall tone as social and adult, built around the weekend dances and pool. Roadside-attraction visitors come mainly to see the giant leg sundial and report mixed luck: some were allowed in to photograph it from the front desk, others were turned away. Opening periods are reported inconsistently, so visitors are advised to call first.
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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41.1430, -87.3247
Frequently asked questions
Can I visit Sun Aura for the day?
Yes, day visits are offered alongside camping and cabin stays. Call the office or book online first, as rates are not published.
Are children allowed?
No. Sun Aura is adults-only and all guests must be over 21.
Are single men welcome?
Yes, the resort accepts singles as well as couples.
Is nudity required?
Clothing is optional on the grounds, but nudity is required in the swimming pools and hot tub.
Can I photograph the giant leg sundial?
General photography is banned on the property. Some visitors have been allowed to photograph the leg after asking at the front desk, but it is at the staff's discretion.
Sources
- Sun Aura - CamplinQ
- Giant Lady's Leg Sundial - Roadside America
- Roselawn, Indiana - Wikipedia
- Sun Aura - The Dyrt
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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