We believe that all beach users should have access to California’s beaches and, where practical, certain sections be set aside for clothing-optional use. Local polls show Carpinteria residents overwhelmingly agree a designated beach with proper signage is a positive addition to the south county.

Since 2015, those who have enjoyed the designated clothing-optional section at Bates Beach have done so responsibly with great respect for the diversity of the people who enjoy it.  There have been few complaints and no tickets issued.

We believe the time has come to make this traditional area official. It will require a small change in the Santa Barbara County ordinance. We want to ask the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors to support this change so you can have a place to enjoy responsibly and to better serve the diverse needs of their constituents.  

Please sign this petition so we can show them how many people agree with us.

You Don’t Have to Be A Nudist Yourself to Support Our Efforts!

All you have to do is believe that we have the right to our own designated “space” the same as the country provides now to golfers, tennis players, horse riders, equestrians, skateboarders, dog park users, and others. We support the rights of everyone to their own beliefs and values, even if they differ from ours. Please support ours.