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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 2,500 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
194 Parks
New York
170 Parks
Florida
160 Parks
Connecticut
101 Parks
Pennsylvania
96 Parks
Michigan
95 Parks
Texas
91 Parks
Massachusetts
91 Parks
Illinois
77 Parks
Minnesota
69 Parks
Ohio
67 Parks
Tennessee
66 Parks
Missouri
62 Parks
Wisconsin
56 Parks
Vermont
55 Parks
New Hampshire
54 Parks
Nebraska
52 Parks
Oregon
51 Parks
Oklahoma
48 Parks
Iowa
48 Parks
Washington
47 Parks
Maine
43 Parks
Maryland
43 Parks
New Jersey
42 Parks
Hawaii
40 Parks
Arkansas
40 Parks
Virginia
38 Parks
North Carolina
37 Parks
Kentucky
36 Parks
Colorado
35 Parks
Indiana
34 Parks
South Carolina
34 Parks
South Dakota
32 Parks
West Virginia
29 Parks
Kansas
26 Parks
Arizona
26 Parks
Georgia
26 Parks
Montana
24 Parks
Alabama
23 Parks
Rhode Island
21 Parks
Utah
21 Parks
Idaho
18 Parks
Nevada
13 Parks
Alaska
13 Parks
Delaware
13 Parks
Mississippi
12 Parks
Wyoming
12 Parks
Louisiana
8 Parks
North Dakota
7 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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