Sydney’s North Bondi Beach
UP FIRST: Pines Beach in Fire Island
Beach Buns
The words “Fire Island” have a certain connotation, one that’s fully realized in the Pines, home to some of the summer’s hottest tea dances and one-off parties. The beach, an extension of the area’s party mentality, is packed with eye candy, particularly those walking Adonises you see strolling down Chelsea’s Eighth Avenue. Nudity is allowed on the shore, but is more prevalent on the island’s Bohemian enclave, Cherry Grove.
NEXT: Playa Los Muertos in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: Playa Los Muertos
The gay beach is at the south end of the Playa Los Muertos and is usually referred to as the “blue chairs” for the seating put out by the gay resort of the same name. Many a lad has had the back end of his Speedo glued to these chairs for the better part of a sunny day, soaking in the sun, booze and intensely homoerotic vibes. The flirty interplay between the mostly Mexican locals and gay visitors from around the globe is fun to watch.NEXT: Sebastian Street Gay Beach in Fort Lauderdale
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Fort Lauderdale, FL: Sebastian Street Gay Beach
Located near most of the gay resorts, Sebastian Street is Ft. Lauderdale’s most popular beach destination for gay tourists. Mostly filled with men, this beach is see-and-be-seen environment in that low-key Lauderdale way. It’s a great destination for bears and anyone who doesn’t usually consider themselves a beach bum.NEXT: Farme de Amoedo in Rio de Jainero
“Barbies” is the local name for Rio’s muscle men. And Farme de Amoedo beach is where you’ll find them—slathering themselves with tanning oil, challenging each other to a friendly game of volleyball or just lounging on the beach as sand creeps up their thick thighs and tiny Speedos. Farme de Amoedo is also known, for good reason, as “Farme Gay.” Thanks GayCities user chilipepper for the hot pic!
NEXT: Hilton Beach in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv, Israel: Hilton Beach
Gay life in Tel Aviv is by far the most vibrant and eclectic in the Middle East. So it’s no surprise that a gay beach thrives here. And Hilton Beach is not just any gay beach, but a hotspot packed with sunbathers both olive-skinned locals and the visitors from all over the world looking to experience the city’s flavor and get rid of their tan lines. The beach can be found just north of the Hilton Hotel under the eagle statue.NEXT: Poodle Beach in Rehoboth
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Poodle Beach is located just south of the boardwalk and, despite Rehobeth being a popular gay hotspot, the guys here are unpretentious and friendly. It can get crowded during the season, but there’s a scene for everyone: young, old, energetic or laid back. Althought lesbians are welcomed, they tend to prefer North Shores Beach.
NEXT: Playita in Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica: Playita
Once popular with nudists, the recent opening of a luxury hotel has chased all but the bravest nudists away (Note: public nudity is technically illegal in Costa Rica). Still it remains a popular gay beach, and some of the swimwear here leaves little for the imagination anyway. Cruising is at the north end, but beware police cracking down on nudity. Make sure you check the tides chart or you will be stranded there until low tide, maybe even in your birthday suit.NEXT: Clifton 3rd in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa: Clifton 3rd
Clifton 3rd is completely protected from the sea breezes that sweeps most of Cape Town. It faces west so the sunsets are stunning, setting around 8 p.m. in summer. Take care to “hide” alcoholic drinks, as drinking in public is forbidden and strictly monitored. Sip one under a beach towel with your new friend as the sun sets on this gay paradise. Thanks patelsmith for the great pic!NEXT: North Bondi Beach in Sydney
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Sydney, Australia: North Bondi Beach
Lifeguards in budgie smugglers (Speedos), sunbathing on white sand under endless sun. No, that’s not heaven. That’s Bondi Beach, just outside Sydney. The gay section is on the North end, and the further north you get the gayer (and fleshier) it gets. Gay men and lesbians have traditionally hung out at a workout area North Bondi Surf Club, and have made it their own. This is a place where you can get everything, from ice cream to bangers to a date. Everything but alcohol, that is, which is prohibited outdoors the beach. Not to worry: The beach is lined by pubs, where revelers from across the world line up for tropical drinks. Photo by karlblackwellNEXT: Playa Delfines in Cancun
Cancun, Mexico: Playa Delfines
Though the water is generally too treacherous to swim, Playa Delfines (also known as Playa del Rey) is popular with gay tourists. The white sands are perfect for sunning, the water is many shades of blue and the view is incredible. This beach is also popular for surfing, and a great place for taking lessons.
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Me
No p-town or ogunquit?
CJ
Small Correction: There is no “Farme de Amoedo beach” in Rio de Janeiro. Rua Farme de Amoedo is a STREET that is the “gay street” in the Ipanema neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. At the end of this street (where it meets the beach) is Ipanema beach. This particular area of the beach is between Posto 8 and 9 and is the “gay area” of Ipanema beach – and is also identified with numerous gay flags. Again Farme de Amoedo is the street name… and Ipanema is the beach name.
Nearby and around the corner, is Copacabana beach, another very long beach. This is essentially where the gay pride parade takes place each year. In front of the Copacabana Palace hotel in Copacabana is the “gay area” of Copacabana beach. Copacabana beach is also where you go to watch the amazing fireworks at New Years. Imagine a million or more people on the beach, most of them wearing white.
Atlas
I wish you would put a list on the front page. It’s so fucking tedious to click a dozen or more links just to know what the results are.
Bryan
Until I got to the 6th picture, I was starting to wonder if there was an anti-trunks rule in these beaches. Oh, and the sand sculpture in the 2nd pic is cool, not sure about the guy who’s on all fours and sticking out his ass though.
TJ
I’ve been to 5. After a while, they all look the same. Puerto Vallarta is my favorite though, but there are too many people selling junk on the beach. Every 10 seconds someone wants you to buy some jewelry, food, hats and other ticky tacky junk.
David Ehrenstein
Hey, what about the gay beach in Santa Moncia at Will Rodger States Park?
(Or as we commonly refer to it “Ginger Rodgers State Park”)
It was on that beach back in the day where Chris met Don.
Ian
#6. If the beach in Tel Aviv is filled with hotties like that, I’m going.
slanty
This makes me wish summer lasted longer.
rascal
@Ian: I’ve been to this beach, and yes, the men are gorgeous. The Israeli men are particularly handsome. It’s kinds tough to tell who’s gay though since Middle Easterners and also European people tend to stare and keep your gaze longer than Americans. It doesn’t mean they’re gay. Usually when they’re on their knees in front of me, then I can assume they’re gay 🙂
jason
I didn’t realize there were gay beaches. Are they different from straight beaches? Is there a dividing line in the sand? Is there a dating service for gay beaches?
Enquiring minds wish to know.
pierre
@jason: If you weren’t such a closet case you would know the answers.
Viktor
Woo! Delaware! <3
Jay
I went to Sebastian beach and didnt see any gays! Maybe it was an off day lol
Noomy
It’s times like this I feel so lucky to be gay!!
Brandon
I live in Rehoboth!!! yay
Pete n SFO
as stated above… Vallarta is overload & you really can’t even enjoy the water. It does seem baffling to me that P-town didn’t make the list, especially since the list is titled for “gay & lesbians” & the cove is one of the few where you’ll ever see any galz.
And since I’m in SFO, I’ll mention that on Baker Beach, right here in the city, we have gorgeous views of the GG Bridge, are allowed to go nekkid, & have the option of parking in the lot, or cliff-diving down to the cruisy part (seemingly a prerequisite for any ‘real’ gay beach!) Just don’t try & swim in the water.
This beach is actually part of the Nat’l Parks, which makes it extra fun, “winkin’ yer brown-eye” at Washington, DC who we can bet has NO IDEA the gays are up to no-good right on Gov’t property! 🙂
TommyOC
Not a single West Coast beach (and no, Mexican beaches don’t count.) I knew some writers still on Queerty’s staff were from the old-school days of East Coast preference – otherwise known as: “What’s a West Coast” or “LOLZ that “Other/Left Coast!”” – but I thought they’ be encouraged to be a little less self-interested.
In any event, as noted: Santa Monica and Will(/Ginger) Rogers State Beach (LA) are good choices, but Baker Beach (SF) is an even better pick. I’ll also throw in the isolated bays of Laguna Beach (OC) as a very cruisy, (illegally) clothing-optional beach.
Both Baker and portions of Laguna are known as “the gay beaches” among locals, further ensuring their reputation and visitor base remains consistent.
Yet not a single West Coast beach gets mentioned, but the crappy sun, sand and (no) surf of Rehoboth and Fire Island get top billing?
Whatever.
WillBFair
I prefer Lands End for the wind swept junipers and surf boom and spray in the stacks, and the naked beach on Hwy 1 south of SF, and Russian River for the Redwoods, and P-Town for the quaintitude. Fire Island is overly hierarchical for my taste. Of course, obsessing on looks and muscles over kindness and character is par for the gay course, but Fire Island is over the top.
Ganondorf
@WillBFair
Yet “wind swept” is a cliche clause that is for your taste. Which, if you were to consult some, would speak to its absence. And nude beaches? There aren’t enough bullets, wilberfarce. Not enough.
ewe
Today is August 20, 2011. Does anyone know if the Bummer has officially evolved yet? Just askin.
tom
hey
tom
the list should extend beyond 10 because i can name a few more beaches which should be named ie: sitges(spain), baker beach although the water sucks the view is priceless(san francisco), haulover state beach (sunny isles,florida) , queens beach (honolulu), san gregorio beach (san francisco), blacks beach (san diego), san onofre beach ,socal. little makena nude beach on maui. cmon guys add to the list!
WillBFair
Thanks for saying I have no taste. Does that mean the guys who go to these places also have none? And I don’t appreciate the bullets remark. Please don’t talk to me. I have zero interest in your ideas.
Ganondorf
@WillBFair:
Yeah?
iDavid
Hmm, well Oregon may have better beaches then all mentioned for some. There are two gay/str8 nude beaches where all is bared and woods for those who choose to dare….have sex that is. And they do, lots of it. And the guys are med to hot. Not ocean beaches but great sandy beaches nonetheless called Sauvies Island and Rooster Rock on the awesome Columbia River. If you ever get up to see the backwoods Portland boys of the Great Pacific NW, (forget Seattle, not pretty) you won’t be disappointed.
Ganondorf
@iDavid:
Shaddup, damaged goods. The only people who go to nude beaches are fugly. FUGLY! You’ll never meet a hot nudist.
Steve
Haulover beach in Miami Beach is very popular, and is legally clothing optional. The northern end of the beach is mostly gay. It is frequented by all age groups.
But I can understand why it Haulover is not included in this list — pictures would be NSFW.
Jesper
So, you just decided to skip Europe altogether?
jason
I simply don’t know what a gay beach is. Is there a sign which says “gays only”? Is there a barrier that you must cross on the basis of how gay you look? You know, I’m desperately interested to find out. Do you need to have a poodle with you? Honestly, I’m crying out for an answer.
Where on earth are these “gay beaches”?
paul f
@Ganondorf: So lets see if I understand you correctly. All the plastic narcissistic gym bunny self-centered look down your nose people go to the textile beaches, while real people who are comfortable with their selves and others around them go to nude beaches. The people who wouldn’t give you the time of day and wouldn’t acknowledge your existance because you don’t meet their standards of beauty all hang out at the clothing beaches and the friendly helpful folks who are HUSBAND material are at the nude beach. Thank you very much but I prefer to hang out with the “fugly” on the OUTSIDE people than the ones who are pretty to look at and are disgusting on the inside. You stick with your superficial looks, I’ll stay with the high quality nudists. Paul(obvious nudist)F.
MNZ
You forgot Condado Beach in Puerto Rico.
Erik
I know we’re American and geography is not our thing, but it’s actually and officially called Rehoboth Beach, DE.
Erik
I know we’re American and geography is not our thing, but it’s actually and officially called Rehoboth Beach, DE. Like, there’s no place called “Rehoboth, DE.”
Jersey
I questioned the exclusion of some beaches I’ve been to like Blacks Beach, Gunnison in Sandy Hook NJ, Haulover in Miami or Super Paradise Beach in Mykonos but all of those are mixed beaches not exclusively gay.
Adman
@Ian: If you like the daddies, AKA silver foxes, get there immediately. You’ll be like a kid in a candy store.
Adman
@TommyOC: Finally someone opened that can of worms. Stupid and venal queens that nobody can stand if they’re not on their knees go to beaches with no surf. They are bored and mean of course, because they can’t go into the water for any fun. Besides, if they do they’ll get muscle toned and fit, forcing them to look older and more butch than a fourteen year old girl. I love how they self select though, if you go there the cocktail mixers are the same way. Eat Coast beach clones are like ’92 forever, and yes, it was boring then too. Just let’s not remind them too often, OK? They’ll forget anything was said in 3, 2, 1…
iDavid
Oh yes, and the hot speed boats water skiing and luxury craft make it even funner. Clothing opt butt most are nekkid. Oh sweet summer.
ronsfo
What about Mallorca, I’m thinking increasing the list to 25 would more inclusive.
In California, there are several beachs, their popularity has changed but they are still, very Gay, but maybe not as young. San Gregorio, has stories wonderful Gay beach stories.
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Kyler
What about that Greek island everyone goes to? Mykonos right?
Ian
@Adman: I can dig the salt-n-peppa thing. 🙂
Eric
I dont see how 12th Street Beach in Miami Beach is not on this list.
Zak
What about Es Cavallet in Ibiza??
Adman
@Ian: Heh, yeah think handsome and sultry and smart. Yep, everywhere. Hmmm, wish I could’ve made time to go this fall, but I’m taken. Can’t think of a reason to get him to go without him seeing through my BS.
Chris
No beaches that do not allow alcohol should be allowed. Spain and Portugal are the best
JBLS
Hey guys, I have just come back from holiday in Sitges and Barcelona in Spain. Both have fab gay beaches, clothed and nudist, with hot guys as well as blokes next door types on them!
My favourite has to be Balmains, the gay nudist beach in Sitges. It is set in this lovely bay with clean, warm shallow water going out really far. As said there was a great mix of types on the beach, hotties on the outside, hotties on the inside and both and neither!
Highlight of the week was spotting a couple of horse hung porn stars from the Michael Lucas stable-just as good in the (ample) flesh!
Scrufff
The gay beach in Laguna is called West St Beach. I practically spent my entire teenage summers at this beach and back then it was fun and boisterous. It even had it own micro mini pirate radio station called Kweer FM – this was in the 80’s so it played basically the Gogo’s! And it was so small that its frequency range was about 500 yards.
gay greece
“?est gay beaches in the world”. Totally pretentious title. Where are the famous cruising spots of Spain, Greece, France or Italy? Perhaps you meant “Gay beaches in the Americas”.
Try Elia in Mykonos, Eressos in Lesbos, Banana in Skiathos or Kallithea in Rhodes and you will forget everything else.
Clyde K. Parra
You can find the 3 most beautiful beaches here at http://www.top3best.com/top-3-most-beautiful-beaches
kennetho9322
I agree with JBLS! Where’s the listing for Benidorm Spain or Maspalomas in the Canaries??? I thought we were the minority with the most passports? Am I the only one who travels?