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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 2,936 state parks with swimming beaches, natural pools, and crystal-clear lakes. Find lifeguarded beaches, swimming holes, and waterfront parks perfect for summer fun.
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California
222 Parks
Florida
213 Parks
New York
191 Parks
Michigan
123 Parks
Texas
116 Parks
Pennsylvania
111 Parks
Connecticut
110 Parks
Massachusetts
100 Parks
Minnesota
91 Parks
Illinois
88 Parks
Missouri
78 Parks
Ohio
77 Parks
Tennessee
76 Parks
New Hampshire
65 Parks
Wisconsin
61 Parks
Arkansas
58 Parks
Vermont
57 Parks
Virginia
57 Parks
Oregon
55 Parks
Nebraska
55 Parks
Oklahoma
53 Parks
Iowa
52 Parks
Washington
52 Parks
Maryland
49 Parks
North Carolina
49 Parks
New Jersey
47 Parks
Maine
47 Parks
Kentucky
47 Parks
Hawaii
45 Parks
Colorado
43 Parks
South Carolina
39 Parks
Georgia
39 Parks
Indiana
39 Parks
South Dakota
33 Parks
West Virginia
33 Parks
Arizona
30 Parks
Kansas
29 Parks
Alabama
28 Parks
Montana
23 Parks
Idaho
22 Parks
Rhode Island
21 Parks
Utah
21 Parks
Alaska
16 Parks
Delaware
16 Parks
Nevada
14 Parks
Mississippi
12 Parks
Wyoming
12 Parks
Louisiana
10 Parks
North Dakota
8 Parks
New Mexico
3 Parks
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Swimming In State Parks: Complete Guide To Natural Springs, Lake Beaches & Swimming Holes – Complete Guide
🏊 Expert Swimming Guide — Curated by outdoor recreation specialists · Updated February 2026 From crystal-clear natural springs in Florida to glacier-fed mountain lakes in the Pacific Northwest, America's state…
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