Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park, Campground, East Gwillimbury |work| May 2026

Bring: sunscreen, towel (two – one for seating, one for drying), flip-flops, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, a robe for cooler evenings, and an open mind.

Everyone. Young couples, solo women (there’s a women-only weekend once a year), retired snowbirds, young families with toddlers, single men (yes, they’re welcome – but the park actively ensures a balanced environment by enforcing behavior standards), and even multigenerational families camping together. On any given weekend, you’ll see a grandmother playing cards with her grandkids, a dad teaching his daughter to swim, and two strangers having a deep conversation about permaculture. bare oaks family naturist park, campground, east gwillimbury

I’ve visited several naturist parks across North America and Europe. Bare Oaks is special because of its . Owner Stéphane Deschênes runs the park as a mission, not just a business. There’s an educational component here—talks on naturist history, body acceptance workshops, even a small library of books on nudist philosophy. They don’t shy away from the word “naturist” (vs “nudist”) because they emphasize the lifestyle , not just the lack of clothes. Bring: sunscreen, towel (two – one for seating,

Leave behind: judgement, cell phone camera (keep it in your bag except in designated phone zones), swimsuit (you won’t need it), and any expectations of a “party” atmosphere. Evenings are quiet by 11 PM. On any given weekend, you’ll see a grandmother

The park spans over 100 acres of Carolinian forest, meadows, and a spring-fed pond. Unlike some “clothing-optional” spots that cater primarily to couples or specific demographics, Bare Oaks proudly maintains a —meaning all ages, genders, and body types are equally welcome. In fact, it’s one of the few parks in North America that actively welcomes families with children, offering a safe, non-sexualized environment for learning body positivity from an early age.