Lake Swimming Holes

Lake Swimming Holes

38 locations across 20 states

Enjoy calm, expansive waters perfect for leisurely swimming, floating, and family activities in serene settings.

38
Swimming Holes
20
States
4
No entry fee listed
24
Fee listed
10
Fees unconfirmed

Why Choose Lake Swimming?

Calm waters
Family-friendly
Spacious swimming areas
Beautiful lake views
38 lake locations found
AL
Fee listed

Chewacla State Park

Montgomery

Plan a Chewacla lake-beach visit near Auburn. Compare swimming with waterfall scenery, check admission and rentals, and confirm park hours before travel.

Chewacla Lake Designated Swimming Area, Not A Verified Waterfall Swimming Pool
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AL
Fees unconfirmed

Nicol Park

Tuscaloosa

Lake Nicol Park: Managed Recreation Without Cliff-Jump Advice. Check exact entrances, current manager rules, facilities and separate camping before visiting.

Lake Nicol/Lake Tuscaloosa
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AZ
Fee listed

Clear Creek

Flagstaff

Plan Clear Creek Reservoir at McHood Park near Winslow with published day-pass and dry-camping fees, park rules and the right location, not Camp Verde.

Clear Creek Reservoir at Mchood Park near Winslow, Not West Clear Creek near Camp Verde
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AZ
Fee listed

Roper Lake

Tucson

Visit Roper Lake's designated swimming beach near Safford with current day-use fees, park hours, camping reservations, island rules and location-specific photos.

Varies
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AR
Fee listed

Crowleys Ridge State Park

Jonesboro

Plan Crowley's Ridge swimming at Lake Ponder, separate from Walcott Lake. Check seasonal beach operation, fees, park directions and reviewed gallery context.

Lake Ponder Designated Swimming Area; Walcott Lake Is Separate
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AR
Fees unconfirmed

Dam Site

Heber Springs

Plan a Dam Site visit near Heber Springs with official swim-area guidance, SR-25 directions, park facilities and separate camping arrangements.

Greers Ferry Lake
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CA
No entry fee listed

Bass Lake

San Francisco

Plan the Bass Lake hike near Bolinas in Point Reyes, with Palomarin access, shore conditions, toilets, park rules and reviewed photos.

Bass Lake
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CA
Fees unconfirmed

Cull Canyon

Castro Valley

Plan a Cull Canyon lagoon visit with swim-season guidance, fees, cashless admission, lifeguard rules and the official park entrance in Castro Valley.

Chlorinated Swim Lagoon
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CO
No entry fee listed

Curecanti National Recreation Area Swimming Spots

Gunnison

Plan Blue Mesa swimming at Bay of Chickens, Dry Creek and Old Highway 50 beach, with NPS access guidance, cold-water cautions and separate camping fees.

Blue Mesa Reservoir
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DE
Fees unconfirmed

Lake Como

Dover

Plan a Lake Como visit in Smyrna, Delaware, with the town's park address, swimming and paddling information, pavilion reservations and questions to check before travel.

Lake Como
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MD
Fee listed

Cunningham Falls State Park

Frederick

Plan seasonal swimming at Hunting Creek Lake in Cunningham Falls State Park. Waterfall swimming is prohibited. Check access, fees and seasonal restrictions.

Hunting Creek Lake
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MS
Fee listed

Presleys Outing

Mobile

Plan Presley's Outing in Moss Point with lake photos, posted day-pass prices, pet rules, kayak rentals and RV camping details checked against the operator's site.

Goodes Mill Lake, Franklin Creek, Escatawpa River
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NY
Fee listed

Chenango Valley State Park

Chenango Forks

Plan Chenango Valley State Park with swimming-season details, the correct Route 369 entrance, reviewed park photos and official beach-status links.

Chenango Lake Designated Swimming Area
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NY
Fee listed

Coles Creek State Park

Ogdensburg

Plan Coles Creek State Park beach visits with official swimming dates, Route 37 entrance directions, fees and waterfront photos. Check current beach status.

Lake St. Lawrence
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NY
Fee listed

Point Au Roche State Park

Plattsburg

Plan a Point Au Roche visit with dated beach-season information, entrance guidance and reviewed Lake Champlain photos. Check current opening notices before swimming.

Lake Champlain
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NC
Fee listed

White Lake

Fayetteville

Plan White Lake swimming through an authorized beach operator. Compare Goldston's dated day-pass information with seasonal attraction hours and reviewed lakeside scenery.

White Lake
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OH
Fees unconfirmed

Alum Creek Reservoir

Columbus

Plan a visit to Alum Creek's designated swimming beach near Columbus. Find beach access guidance, facilities, pet restrictions and official sources.

Alum Creek Reservoir
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OH
No entry fee listed

Punderson State Park

Newbury

Plan Punderson's seasonal lake beach with official map guidance, pet restrictions, beach-versus-pool distinctions and five reviewed park photos.

Lake
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OH
Fee listed

White Star Park

Gibsonburg

Plan White Star Quarry Beach in Gibsonburg, Ohio. Check seasonal closure notices, beach admission, the correct entrance and required camping reservations.

White Star Quarry
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PA
Fee listed

Elijah Rock

Warren

The Forest Service supports shoreline swimming beside Elijah Run's launch depending on water level. Check the closed fishing pier and separate Kiasutha status.

Allegheny Reservoir at Elijah Run
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PA
Fee listed

Greenwood Furnace State Park

State College

Plan a visit to Greenwood Furnace's seasonal lake beach: official swimming hours, access ramp, showers, directions and park contact.

Greenwood Lake
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UT
Fee listed

Lake Powell Swimming Spots near Las Vegas

Bullfrog

Plan Lake Powell swimming in Utah and Arizona. Compare Bullfrog and Page-area access, check park fees and lake levels, and avoid marinas and launch areas.

Lake Powell (Colorado River)
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UT
Fees unconfirmed

Mona Rope Swings

Mona

Plan a day visit to Burraston Ponds near Mona, Utah. Check access and pond conditions, understand the no-camping rule, and do not rely on old rope-swing claims.

Burraston Ponds
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VT
Fees unconfirmed

Red Rocks Park Swimming Area, Burlington Vt

Burlington

Swim at Red Rocks Park on Lake Champlain. Find directions, safety tips for zebra mussels, and details on both clothed and clothing-optional areas.

Lake Champlain
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VT
Fees unconfirmed

Congdon's Point

Rutland

Find directions and tips for visiting Congdon's Point, an unofficial, scenic swimming spot on Chittenden Reservoir in Vermont.

Leffer's Pond, Chittenden Reservoir
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VT
Fee listed

Middlebury Area

Middlebury; Nearby Beach Destination in Salisbury

Plan a named Lake Dunmore beach visit near Middlebury, understand Branbury's season, fees and water testing, and distinguish Otter Creek trails from swimming access.

Lake Dunmore Beach Destination; Otter Creek Trail Context Is Separate
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VA
Fee listed

Fairy Stone State Park

Stuart

Plan a Fairy Stone Lake beach visit with designated swimming rules, park directions, facilities and practical advice for an unguarded swim.

Fairy Stone Lake
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WA
Fee listed

Banks Lake Region Swimming Spots

Wenatchee

Plan a Banks Lake swim at Steamboat Rock State Park. Check day-use parking passes, campground reservations and conditions at your chosen lake access.

Banks Lake
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WA
Fees unconfirmed

Seattle and Bellevue Lake Washington Beaches

Seattle

Plan a Newcastle Beach Park visit in Bellevue with parking directions, seasonal lifeguard information and official beach closure links.

Lake Washington
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MI
Fee listed

Martindale Beach

Milford

Plan a Martindale Beach visit at Kensington Metropark in Milford, Michigan, with lake swimming information, vehicle fees, facilities and official updates.

Kent Lake
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MN
No entry fee listed

Golden Lake Park Beach

Circle Pines

Visit Golden Lake Park Beach in Circle Pines, Minnesota. Find free park entry, parking, restrooms, picnic facilities and official sources for planning.

Golden Lake
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MD
Fee listed

Greenbrier State Park

Boonsboro

Plan lake swimming at Greenbrier State Park near Boonsboro with seasonal swim-rope rules, day-use reservations, official directions and fee information.

Greenbrier Lake
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MD
Fee listed

Deep Creek Lake State Park

Swanton

Find the state-park swimming beaches at Deep Creek Lake, with swim-line requirements, Swanton directions, seasonal admission and day-use facilities.

Deep Creek Lake
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SC
Fee listed

Paris Mountain State Park

Greenville

Plan swimming at Paris Mountain State Park with Lake Placid access rules, current park notices, admission information and official contacts.

Lake Placid
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SC
Fee listed

Table Rock State Park

Pickens

Plan swimming at Table Rock State Park with Pinnacle Lake access rules, current park notices, admission information and official contacts.

Pinnacle Lake
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SC
Fees unconfirmed

Devils Fork State Park

Salem

Plan swimming at Devils Fork State Park with Lake Jocassee access rules, current park notices, admission information and official contacts.

Lake Jocassee
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WI
Fee listed

Pattison State Park

Superior

Plan a Pattison State Park beach visit with official swimming rules, facilities, directions, admission details and park contacts.

Interfalls Lake
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WI
Fee listed

Devil's Lake State Park

Baraboo

Plan a Devil's Lake State Park beach visit with official swimming rules, facilities, directions, admission details and park contacts.

Devil's Lake
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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.

Overview

Explore 38 lake swimming holes across 20 states. Conditions vary—check local guidance, respect private land, and follow Leave No Trace.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes lake swimming holes unique?
Enjoy calm, expansive waters perfect for leisurely swimming, floating, and family activities in serene settings. Always assess depth, current, and footing before entering the water.
When is the best season for lake swimming?
Late spring through early fall is most popular. After storms or snowmelt, currents and turbidity can increase—check recent conditions.
Are lake swimming holes free?
Many are free; some sit inside parks with day-use or parking fees. Bring cash or a card and verify rules before you go.
What should I bring for lake spots?
Water shoes, sun protection, plenty of drinking water, and a trash bag. Never jump without checking depth and hazards first.