Anniston Army Depot Campground
Campground
2.8 mi
4.8 (11)
Eastaboga, AL 36260
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Coldwater Creek Park
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Explore Coldwater Creek's Oxford park setting. Review historical wading information, check current access and look for dated water-quality updates before a visit.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Check posted access notices and obtain current local guidance before entering. A historical wading recommendation or an old sample result does not establish present permission or water quality.
Water type
Creek
Access
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
Current admission or parking charges not verified; do not assume free entry.
Best season
Use a confirmed daytime access window
Nearby towns
Birmingham, Anniston, Oxford
Water body
Coldwater Creek Near The Oxford Highway Bridge
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Birmingham, Anniston, Oxford
Access location not verified
33.59678, -85.92356
Recorded coordinates have not been source-checked. Confirm the entrance and legal access before using directions.
A closer look
Photos of Coldwater Creek Park
Photos show past visits, not current water levels or swimming conditions. Select a photo to view it larger.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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A creekside stop with historical wading context
Coldwater Creek is not interchangeable with Oxford Lake. Coosa Riverkeeper's older visitor article describes shallow water at Coldwater Creek Memorial Park, making it a wading reference rather than evidence of a deep swimming hole. This listing has not established current permission for entering the creek.
Check the entrance before planning a water visit
The bridge and grassy banks help explain the setting, but they do not verify parking rights or an open route. Use posted notices and current local guidance. Do not rely on the old highway-exit instructions or assume a roadside pull-off is public parking.
Look for a dated water-quality update
Start with the Riverkeeper monitoring program and check whether a result covers this exact location and a relevant date. No current sample result has been verified for this review. Neither clear-looking water nor the photographed drinking-water campaign sign provides that evidence.
Plan without assuming services
Bring necessary supplies and a backup destination. Restrooms, opening hours and charges are not verified. Keep children supervised and remember that shallow water alone does not establish a suitable place to enter.
Getting There
Identify Coldwater Creek near the highway bridge in the Oxford, Alabama area and confirm the lawful park entrance locally. This is not Oxford Lake or its relocated covered bridge. The retained map point is an unverified reference; historical Scott Drive and highway-exit instructions are not confirmed current directions.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Current opening hours, parking arrangements and water-entry permission remain unverified. Respect closures and private-property boundaries rather than treating a saved Maps record as access approval.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Check posted access notices and obtain current local guidance before entering. A historical wading recommendation or an old sample result does not establish present permission or water quality. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails, Anniston Trailhead
Hiking area
5.1 mi
4.7 (75)
401-455 Monsanto Rd, Anniston, AL 36201
Parking Lot #5
Parking lot
6.8 mi
6 W 10th St, Anniston, AL 36201
Freedom Riders National Monument
Historical landmark
6.8 mi
4.5 (140)
1031 Gurnee Ave, Anniston, AL 36201
This mural & its educational panels honor the 1961 activists who were attacked by segregationists.
Gender-neutral restroom
Parking lot
Parking grounds
6.9 mi
E 8th St, Anniston, AL 36207
Oxford Campground
Campground
8.8 mi
4.3 (240)
20 Garrett Cir, Anniston, AL 36207
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Tiki Toilets
Public bathroom
9.3 mi
4900 Bow St, Anniston, AL 36206
McClellan Multi-Use Trails
Hiking area
10.6 mi
4.7 (77)
460 BG DH Stem Avenue, Anniston, AL 36205
Frequently Asked Questions About Coldwater Creek Park
Is this Oxford Lake?
No. This listing concerns the Coldwater Creek park setting near the highway bridge, not Oxford Lake or its covered-bridge attraction.
Is swimming currently approved at Coldwater Creek?
Current permission has not been verified. The older Riverkeeper guide describes shallow wading, not a present manager authorization.
Does the gallery sign mean the creek passed a water test?
No. Choose Water is a drinking-water campaign sign. Consult a dated result for the exact creek location instead.
Is the creek always 68 degrees Fahrenheit?
The older article reports that temperature in its visit context. It does not establish a permanent temperature or current conditions.
Highlights
Highway-bridge creek setting
Historical shallow-wading context
Water-quality and access checks before travel
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Shallow water can still have slippery surfaces, debris and changing current
- Supervise children closely, avoid jumping and reconsider water entry after rain or when a relevant advisory is present
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
The historical source names Coldwater Creek Memorial Park. No unsourced heritage narrative or connection to the Oxford Lake covered bridge is added.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Gallery images show bridge and bank context across seasons. The green Choose Water sign promotes drinking water; it is not a creek testing result or swimming approval.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Avoid damaging creek banks, remove litter and follow current local notices.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Use a confirmed daytime access window; current park hours are not established here.
Difficulty Level
Historical sources describe shallow wading, not a deep swimming destination. Current bank surfaces and accessible entry are not verified.
Fee
Current admission or parking charges not verified; do not assume free entry.
Facilities
Prepare without relying on restrooms or a lifeguard. Photos of park furniture do not establish current service availability.
Activities
Creekside viewing where lawful; historical wading use, subject to present permission and conditions
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No campsite or overnight permission verified for this creek park.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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