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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 2,726 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
208 Parks
Florida
187 Parks
New York
177 Parks
Michigan
115 Parks
Connecticut
107 Parks
Pennsylvania
106 Parks
Texas
97 Parks
Massachusetts
93 Parks
Illinois
81 Parks
Minnesota
80 Parks
Tennessee
75 Parks
Ohio
71 Parks
Missouri
69 Parks
Vermont
66 Parks
Wisconsin
58 Parks
New Hampshire
56 Parks
Nebraska
54 Parks
Oklahoma
53 Parks
Oregon
53 Parks
Arkansas
51 Parks
Iowa
50 Parks
Washington
48 Parks
Maryland
46 Parks
Virginia
46 Parks
New Jersey
45 Parks
Kentucky
44 Parks
Maine
43 Parks
Hawaii
43 Parks
South Carolina
41 Parks
North Carolina
40 Parks
Colorado
40 Parks
West Virginia
34 Parks
Indiana
33 Parks
South Dakota
32 Parks
Kansas
29 Parks
Arizona
27 Parks
Georgia
27 Parks
Alabama
26 Parks
Montana
25 Parks
Utah
21 Parks
Rhode Island
20 Parks
Idaho
20 Parks
Alaska
15 Parks
Delaware
15 Parks
Nevada
14 Parks
Mississippi
14 Parks
Wyoming
12 Parks
Louisiana
8 Parks
North Dakota
8 Parks
New Mexico
3 Parks
Swimming Guide
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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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