Red Sands Nude Beach

Red Sands Nude Beach is an undeveloped lake beach near Nelson, British Columbia, in the Regional District of Central Kootenay. It is reported for permissive clothing-optional day use, with nudity generally accepted when visitors act with respect. Expect a quiet setting where only a few people may be present at a time. The surface is reddish sand mixed with pebbles and stones, and the shore is mostly open to the sun with limited natural shade. Access is informal and on foot over uneven natural ground, with no developed path reported. The route is not wheelchair accessible. Parking is informal, with no formal lot reported, and there is no public transport service to the site, so most visitors arrive by private vehicle and complete the final section on foot. There are no set opening hours reported, but use is daytime only. July to August is the most practical period, and midday and early afternoon bring the strongest sun and warmest conditions for sunbathing and swimming. The water is natural lake water with seasonal temperature change. No lifeguard service is expected, and the remote location has no emergency services on site. Bring drinking water, food, sun protection, footwear for stones, a towel or mat, and bags to pack out all waste. Since there are no toilets, showers, waste bins, food, or drinking water, plan for a stay of a few hours rather than a full serviced beach day. Mobile coverage and help may be limited in this remote setting. Before swimming, check water conditions from shore and stay within personal ability. Leave-no-trace practices apply, including packing out all waste.