Emerald Lake Resort: Adults-Only Naturist Lake Resort in Porter
Listing last verified: September 22, 2026 · Source: the property's own website
About Emerald Lake Resort
Emerald Lake Resort is an adults-only naturist resort at 23198 Loop 494 in Porter, Texas. The 21-acre property surrounds a spring-fed 10-acre lake created when sand pit workers struck an aquifer. Guests must be 21 or older with photo ID.
The site traces the land from astronaut Robert Crippen's ownership through Boy Scout camping and a 1976 fishing resort. It became a nudist resort in 2001. The current owner acquired it in 2011 and added pools, hot tubs, and cabins.
Lodging includes four cabins, Lake House rooms, a Lake House Suite, a Clubhouse Suite, RV sites, and tent camping. Amenities include a lakeside beach, pool, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a palapa clubhouse, a driving range, and stocked fishing with no license required.
The home page carries a temporary dress code asking guests to remain clothed in common areas with a wrap, robe, or towel. Alcohol is allowed in personal quantities without glassware near the pool. Leashed pets are permitted with breed and area restrictions.
The resort is open 365 days a year except a few holidays. Day passes cost 40 dollars single and 50 dollars couple, with higher summer weekend rates. Annual membership is 625 dollars to renew and 725 dollars for new members.
Emerald Lake Resort at a Glance
| Format | Adults-Only Naturist Lake Resort |
|---|---|
| Location | 23198 Loop 494, Porter, TX 77365, Porter, Texas |
| Who can visit | Only adults 21 years and older, with photo ID and a signed liability waiver. Day passes are priced for singles and couples. New single males pay a higher day rate for their first six visits. |
| Clothing policy | The site is a naturist resort. A temporary dress code notice on the home page asks all guests to remain clothed in common areas. A light wrap, shawl, thin robe, or towel is sufficient if it covers private areas. |
| Lifestyle policy | NOT PUBLISHED |
| Play policy | NOT PUBLISHED |
| Accommodation | Cabins 1 through 4, Lake House rooms with one or two beds, a Lake House Suite, and a Clubhouse Suite. RV sites with water and electricity, plus natural or powered tent camping. |
| Amenities | Lakeside beach on a 10-acre lake, Pool with deck, Indoor and outdoor hot tubs, Palapa clubhouse, Grilling area with patio deck, Driving range, Laundry facilities, Stocked fishing pond with no license required, Non-powered boating such as canoes and kayaks |
| Dress and theme nights | NOT PUBLISHED |
| Season and hours | Open 365 days a year except for a few holidays. Office hours Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Sunday 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. |
| Rates | Seen 2026-09-22. Day pass single 40, couple 50, new single male 60 for first six visits; summer Friday and Saturday from May 1 single 50, couple 70. Natural tent 20 per night, tent with electricity and water 25. Standard RV 40 per night, long-term RV 750 per month plus 150 electric. Lake House 120 one bed, 165 two bed. Lake House Suite 245, Clubhouse Suite 295. Seven-night stays include one free night. |
| Membership | Resort Annual Membership gives unlimited access. Renewal 625 dollars for couples, domestic partners, or singles; new members 725 dollars. The site says membership pays for itself after 15 visits in 12 months and offers a referral bonus. |
| Events | Chili Cook Off and Birthday Bash on September 19 with prizes and karaoke with Mike and Vicky. |
| Contact | (281) 520-2609, ELNR494@gmail.com |
Planning a First Visit to Emerald Lake Resort
Emerald Lake Resort publishes its own rules, and they govern the visit. Read the policies page before you book, and confirm anything that matters to you by phone or email.
A membership or day fee applies, so budget for it on top of the nightly rate. Some properties process memberships at the gate, others online in advance.
Clothing policy as published: The site is a naturist resort. A temporary dress code notice on the home page asks all guests to remain clothed in common areas. A light wrap, shawl, thin robe, or towel is sufficient if it covers private areas. Bring a towel and a cover-up for any area where one is required.
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Emerald Lake Resort FAQ
Who can visit Emerald Lake Resort?
The site admits only adults 21 years and older, and photo ID is required at check-in. Liability waivers must be signed. Day passes are sold to singles and couples, and new single males pay 60 dollars for each of their first six visits. Overnight guests book rooms, cabins, RV sites, or tent spots.
What is the current clothing policy?
Emerald Lake describes itself as a naturist resort. As of 2026-09-22 the home page posts a temporary dress code asking all guests to remain clothed in common areas. A light wrap, shawl, thin robe, or towel is sufficient if it offers basic coverage of private areas.
Does the resort address lifestyle or swinger guests?
The website does not publish any statement about lifestyle or swinger guests, play areas, or sexual conduct. It presents itself as a naturist resort with a lake, pool, hot tubs, and clubhouse. Visitors with questions about conduct expectations should contact the office at (281) 520-2609 or ELNR494@gmail.com.
What does a day visit or overnight stay cost?
Day passes are 40 dollars single and 50 dollars couple, rising to 50 and 70 on summer Fridays and Saturdays from May 1. Tent sites are 20 to 25 dollars, RV sites 40 dollars, Lake House rooms 120 to 165 dollars, and suites 245 to 295 dollars nightly. Seven-night stays include one free night.
How does membership work?
The Resort Annual Membership provides unlimited access for a year. Renewals cost 625 dollars for couples, domestic partners, or singles, and new members pay 725 dollars. The site says membership pays for itself after 15 visits within 12 months and mentions a referral bonus and periodic discounted sign-up periods.
What are the hours and pet rules?
The office is open Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Sunday hours are 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. Pit bulls are prohibited, and pets are excluded from pools, the clubhouse, and overnight rooms.
How This Listing Was Verified
West Coast Swingers reviewed emeraldlakeresorthouston.com on September 22, 2026, reading 7 pages including the home page, rates, rules and events pages where they exist. Every detail above comes from those pages. Where the site is silent, this listing says NOT PUBLISHED rather than filling the gap. Note from the review: The home page displays a temporary dress code requiring clothing in common areas, which conflicts with the naturist label. The reason and end date are not stated. Email info@westcoastswingers.com if any detail has changed.
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