Natural swimming hole
Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach
River · California
About this swimming hole
A family swimming beach on the South Yuba River below the world's longest single-span wooden covered bridge. Shallow sandy entries near the bridge give way to deeper pools downstream. The state park setting adds restrooms, picnic grounds, and shaded trails.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 65-70 in summer |
| Depth | Shallow beach with deeper pools downstream |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | $10 day use |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | Bridgeport day-use parking lot |
| County | Nevada County |
| Nearest town | Penn Valley |
| Safety notes | River currents vary; no lifeguards |
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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 Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach?
Yes — Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in California. Reported water temperature: 65-70 in summer. Heads-up: River currents vary; no lifeguards. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach?
Reported fee info: $10 day use. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Bridgeport Covered Bridge Family Beach?
The best season is typically June-September.