Find on Google Maps. Collins Beach near Portland is one of the two most popular nude beaches in the entire Pacific Northwest, sharing the top spot with Rooster Rock Beach, which is located 47 miles to the southeast. Both beaches are situated on the majestic Columbia River and both have official signage designating them as clothing optional. Collins Beach is often referred to simply by the land mass on which it is located, Sauvie Island, a river island formed by three waterways: the Columbia River, the Willamette River and the Multnomah Channel of the Willamette River. The northeast portion of the island is where you'll find Collins, which stretches along the Columbia and is backed by a band of forest.

Unemployment Claims Soar to Record-Breaking 3. Email to a friend Permalink. Rooster Rock is located at the mouth of the Columbia Gorge. Collins is situated in the midst of farmland and protected wildlife habitats. Rooster Rock is smack dab in the middle of the Columbia Gorge.

Summer snow aka cottonwood seeds. Missing McCarthy, AK this summer. The cottonwood blooms are intense out there! The sun on my skin The sound of the water washing up on the sand. I am grateful.

Collins Beach. Such is the. Haulover Beach-Located north of Bal Harbour, this public beach is rated one of the top nude beaches in the world. The beach is family-friendly and has a safe community feel. There is plenty of parking and restrooms.