Natural swimming hole
Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park
Lake · Alabama
About this swimming hole
Alabama's largest state park maintains two sandy swimming beaches, the largest on Double Oak Lake off Terrace Drive and a second on Beaver Lake at the north end of the park. Bathrooms are located near each beach, and a seasonal concession stand operates at the Double Oak Lake beach. Swimming is swim-at-your-own-risk with no lifeguard on duty.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | $5 per adult (age 12+); $2 per child (4-11) and senior (62+); free for ages 3 and under |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 7AM to one hour before sunset |
| Parking | Beach and day-use parking off Terrace Drive inside the park; admission charged at the entrance gate |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables, campground |
| County | Shelby County |
| Nearest town | Pelham |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; swim at your own risk; no pets, alcohol, grills or glass containers on the beach |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park?
Yes — Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Alabama. Heads-up: No lifeguard; swim at your own risk; no pets, alcohol, grills or glass containers on the beach. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park?
Reported fee info: $5 per adult (age 12+); $2 per child (4-11) and senior (62+); free for ages 3 and under. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Double Oak Lake Beach - Oak Mountain State Park?
The best season is typically May-September.