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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 1,397 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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Florida
146 Parks
California
146 Parks
New York
88 Parks
Texas
86 Parks
Washington
74 Parks
Michigan
70 Parks
Ohio
68 Parks
Pennsylvania
59 Parks
Maine
33 Parks
Oklahoma
27 Parks
Alabama
26 Parks
Oregon
25 Parks
Colorado
25 Parks
Georgia
24 Parks
Illinois
24 Parks
Arizona
23 Parks
Tennessee
22 Parks
Connecticut
21 Parks
Iowa
20 Parks
Minnesota
20 Parks
New Jersey
20 Parks
Maryland
19 Parks
New Hampshire
18 Parks
Massachusetts
17 Parks
Kentucky
17 Parks
Arkansas
17 Parks
Indiana
16 Parks
Idaho
16 Parks
Delaware
16 Parks
Virginia
15 Parks
Hawaii
14 Parks
North Carolina
13 Parks
Missouri
12 Parks
Louisiana
12 Parks
Nevada
11 Parks
Wyoming
11 Parks
Utah
11 Parks
South Carolina
10 Parks
West Virginia
10 Parks
Kansas
9 Parks
Alaska
8 Parks
South Dakota
8 Parks
Rhode Island
8 Parks
Wisconsin
7 Parks
North Dakota
7 Parks
Nebraska
6 Parks
Montana
6 Parks
New Mexico
6 Parks
Vermont
4 Parks
Mississippi
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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