South Rodeo Nude Beach

The only nude beach in the Marin Headlands that faces the Pacific Ocean. This is not the same spot as Rodeo Beach, which is more exposed and not a good spot for nude sunbathing.

Location

Golden Gate National Recreation Area, a little north of San Francisco Get a map and directions.

Description

Unpredictable weather (often cold or windy)
Small cove

Who's at South Rodeo Beach

A small number of nudists and an occasional tourists

South Rodeo Beach Facilities

None

South Rodeo Beach Activities

Sunbathing, wading, and dog walking. Swimming is not advised

More Nude Beaches Within 25 Miles of South Rodeo Beach

• Limantour Beach
• Sculptured Beach
• RCA Beach
• Red Rock Beach
• Muir Beach
• Baker Beach
• Lands End
• Marshall's

Nudity Laws and South Rodeo Beach

South Rodeo Beach is in Golden Gate National Recreation Area and there is no Federal law against nudity (but neither is it a guaranteed right).

Nude or naturist beach neophytes, please be respectful of others and read the Nude Beach and Topless Beach Etiquette guidelines before you go to a nude beach.