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Year-round (busiest November to April)
About Sunsport Gardens
Sunsport Gardens is a family nudist resort in Loxahatchee Groves, in rural western Palm Beach County about 30 minutes inland from West Palm Beach. It has operated continuously since the mid-1960s and is listed by the American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR). The grounds cover around 40 acres of tropical gardens, woodland trails and ponds used for fishing and paddling. Facilities include a heated pool and spa, a sauna, tennis, pétanque, volleyball and water volleyball courts, a nature trail, a playground and a small restaurant. It hosts full-time residents, winter seasonal visitors and day guests, with rental cabins, rooms and trailers, and sites for RVs, trailers and tents. Unlike many Florida resorts, Sunsport is not clothing-optional: a sign at the entrance tells arrivals that nudity is expected. The resort is strongly oriented towards families and young people, running a week-long Family Youth Camp every July and regular weekends for young naturist adults, and it welcomes nudists of all ages, genders, sexual identities and abilities. Its long-running Mid-Winter Naturist Festival each February features workshops, personal-growth sessions and the arts.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on the resort's private grounds in Florida; outside the property public nudity is not.
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
Sunsport Gardens is at 14125 North Road, Loxahatchee, FL 33470, reached via Southern Boulevard (SR 80) west of West Palm Beach; a car is needed. It is open 365 days a year to day visitors and overnight guests. First-time visitors must show photo ID (adults a driver's licence) at the office. Photography and filming are banned, and sexual behaviour in public areas leads to removal without refund. Fees are not published on the AANR listing; call 561-793-0423 for current day and stay rates, and book ahead in winter, the busiest season.
What visitors say
Press coverage and visitors describe Sunsport as an informal, unpretentious and community-minded place, popular with families, young naturists and festival-goers rather than party crowds. The gardens and ponds give it a natural, slightly rustic feel. Winter is busy with seasonal guests, while summer is hot and quieter apart from the youth camp.
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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26.7367, -80.2663
Frequently asked questions
Is clothing optional at Sunsport Gardens?
No. Nudity is expected on the grounds, weather permitting.
Can I visit for the day?
Yes. It is open 365 days a year to day visitors; bring photo ID for your first visit and call ahead for current fees.
Is it family friendly?
Yes. It is one of Florida's most family-oriented naturist resorts, with a playground and a week-long Family Youth Camp each July.
Are there events?
Yes. The Mid-Winter Naturist Festival runs each February, and there are quarterly weekends for young naturist adults.
Can I take photos?
No. Photography and video recording are prohibited on the grounds.
Sources
- Sun Sport Gardens Florida (AANR) Official
- Sunsport Gardens Family Nudist Resort (Broward-Palm Beach New Times)
- Naturist Festival At Sunsport Gardens (Town-Crier)
- Florida nudist resorts (Lonely Planet)
Researched 25 October 2026 ; confirmed against an official source 25 October 2026.
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