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Swimming in America's State Parks
Dive into adventure at 2,542 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
197 Parks
New York
173 Parks
Florida
160 Parks
Connecticut
104 Parks
Pennsylvania
101 Parks
Michigan
100 Parks
Texas
91 Parks
Massachusetts
91 Parks
Illinois
80 Parks
Minnesota
73 Parks
Ohio
68 Parks
Tennessee
67 Parks
Missouri
62 Parks
Wisconsin
57 Parks
Vermont
56 Parks
New Hampshire
55 Parks
Oregon
53 Parks
Nebraska
52 Parks
Oklahoma
48 Parks
Iowa
48 Parks
Washington
47 Parks
Maryland
44 Parks
New Jersey
42 Parks
Maine
42 Parks
Arkansas
41 Parks
Hawaii
40 Parks
Virginia
39 Parks
North Carolina
38 Parks
Kentucky
37 Parks
Colorado
37 Parks
South Carolina
35 Parks
Indiana
33 Parks
South Dakota
32 Parks
West Virginia
29 Parks
Kansas
26 Parks
Arizona
26 Parks
Georgia
26 Parks
Alabama
24 Parks
Montana
24 Parks
Utah
21 Parks
Rhode Island
20 Parks
Idaho
19 Parks
Delaware
15 Parks
Nevada
14 Parks
Alaska
13 Parks
Mississippi
12 Parks
Wyoming
12 Parks
Louisiana
8 Parks
North Dakota
7 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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