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Swimming Holes in Sedona, Arizona
6 natural swimming holes
Our directory lists 6 natural swimming holes in and around Sedona, Arizona. They're scattered across Coconino County and Yavapai County. Start with Encinoso or Slide Rock State Park — both solid listings. Local listings point to May-September as the best swimming season. They're all 6 creeks — this is creek-country.
Swimming holes in Sedona
- Encinoso
A quieter Oak Creek swimming spot tucked between Slide Rock and Grasshopper Point, with deep green pools beneath the canyon's ponderosa canopy.
- Slide Rock State Park
A natural waterslide carved into red sandstone by Oak Creek, where a thin coat of algae makes the smooth rock slick enough to ride down into a deep swimming hole.
- Grasshopper Point
A deep, cliff-ringed pool where Oak Creek squeezes between towering red rock walls just north of Sedona.
- Oak Creek at Chavez Crossing
Chavez Crossing gives swimmers a wide, red rock-lined stretch of Oak Creek just south of Sedona.
- Red Rock Crossing (Crescent Moon Ranch)
Oak Creek slides past the base of Cathedral Rock at this famously photographed crossing, with wide shallow stretches for wading and deeper pockets for swimming.
- West Fork of Oak Creek
The first few miles of the West Fork trail follow a spring-fed creek through a narrow, fern-draped canyon, with countless wading pools and a few genuinely swimmable holes.
Frequently asked questions
How many swimming holes are in Sedona, AZ?
Our directory lists 6 natural swimming holes in and around Sedona, Arizona, across Coconino County, Yavapai County. New spots are added as they're verified.
What kinds of swimming holes are in Sedona?
The 6 listings cover 6 creeks. See each listing for details on access and conditions.
Which swimming hole near Sedona should I try first?
Encinoso is a well-documented local listing. A quieter Oak Creek swimming spot tucked between Slide Rock and Grasshopper Point, with deep green pools beneath the canyon's ponderosa canopy. Full details, maps, and safety notes are on its page.
When is the best time to swim near Sedona?
Local listings most often name May-September as the best season. Spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high — check local conditions before you go.