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I'm thinking about planning a group trip to this campground in early August. Our group is couples and singles age 30 to 65 or so. Most will probably be tent camping, a few pop-ups or campers.

 

How is the pool/beach?

 

I understand that there are dances on Fri and Sat nights. How are they?

 

Do most people have cook outs or is there somewhere nearby to eat?

 

Are there any play areas or do people play in tents/campers?

 

Thanks for any information!

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We went to Sun Aura for the first time last Labor Day weekend. We had a good, but not great, time.

 

The facilities were okay, but definitely past their prime. Sun Aura has a long and interesting history and was the primo nudist destination of the '70's. The pool was very big and center of daytime activity. Water was clean and refreshing, with plenty of lounge chairs around. Weather was in the mid 90's and we heard the pool can be pretty cold when temperatures are more normal. The beach was non-existent, just dirty sand around a dirty pond that no one used.

 

We liked the music and dancing at the dances. The clubhouse was small for the number of attendees, although it might be better at a non-holiday weekend. Be sure to reserve a seat in advance for the dances. Most people, including us, did their own cooking, but there was a grill with limited menu available. Campsites were a bit haphazard and only a few that were available to nonmembers had utilities. But the camping was cheap, I believe under $10 a night. The restroom facilities were substandard in our opinion. We did not find any playrooms, but many people congregated in the "Dunes" area at the back of the property for an informal meet and greet in the evenings. The dunes are a loooong walk from the other facilities. Many members have golf carts, so try to hitch a ride if you go. We were surprised by the number of golf carts, but the place is huge. We were glad to have our bicycles.

 

The biggest issue we had was that there were many members and relatively few overnight nonmembers. Even though most folks seemed nice, it was hard as a newcomer to get to know other folks. But if you are coming with a group, that should not be a problem. If we went back, it would be more fun to go with other couples.

 

You should have a fun time, especially if the weather cooperates. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

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I know this is an old thread but has anyone been there in this past year? My wife and I are thinking about going and was just wondering if it has changed much since this thread was started. We are in our early 30's and looking to try new things.

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I've never been there, but have friends who go every summer. I know they have been making improvements. You might try posting on the forums on swingerzonecentral. There should be quite a few people on there who go to Sun Aura.

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I have never been there, but certainly curious to go. We were thinking about going this summer for sure. From what I hear, it's better to go as a group (makes sense). With that said, based your interest, your pics and that you live in Chicago area, we would certainly not mind getting to know you prior to going if you are interested. The place looks fun and worth giving a try. If you'd like to know a little more about us, I can hit you up by kik or email (obv i will need the details on that). We are late 20s (her) to mid 30s (him)

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