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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 1,508 state parks with swimming beaches, natural pools, and crystal-clear lakes. Find lifeguarded beaches, swimming holes, and waterfront parks perfect for summer fun.
1,508
State Parks
51
States
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California
151 Parks
Florida
147 Parks
Michigan
127 Parks
New York
89 Parks
Texas
87 Parks
Washington
74 Parks
Ohio
69 Parks
Pennsylvania
60 Parks
Maine
33 Parks
Oklahoma
30 Parks
Oregon
27 Parks
Alabama
27 Parks
Georgia
26 Parks
Illinois
26 Parks
Colorado
25 Parks
Tennessee
23 Parks
Arizona
23 Parks
Connecticut
22 Parks
Iowa
21 Parks
Minnesota
21 Parks
Maryland
20 Parks
New Jersey
20 Parks
Massachusetts
18 Parks
Kentucky
18 Parks
New Hampshire
18 Parks
Arkansas
18 Parks
Indiana
17 Parks
South Carolina
16 Parks
Idaho
16 Parks
Delaware
16 Parks
Hawaii
15 Parks
Virginia
15 Parks
North Carolina
14 Parks
Missouri
13 Parks
Rhode Island
12 Parks
Utah
12 Parks
Louisiana
12 Parks
Nevada
12 Parks
Wyoming
11 Parks
West Virginia
11 Parks
Wisconsin
9 Parks
Kansas
9 Parks
Vermont
8 Parks
Alaska
8 Parks
South Dakota
8 Parks
North Dakota
7 Parks
Mississippi
6 Parks
Nebraska
6 Parks
Montana
6 Parks
New Mexico
6 Parks
881
1 Park
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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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