Natural swimming hole
Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach
River · California
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
A dam-formed swim beach on the Russian River with lifeguards on duty in the summer season — a rarity in this directory. Picnic lawns, volleyball courts, and canoe rentals round out the park. It is the county's most family-proof river swim.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 65-70 in summer |
| Depth | Dam-formed swim beach |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | Day-use parking fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | Park lot |
| County | Sonoma County |
| Nearest town | Healdsburg |
| Safety notes | Lifeguards on duty in summer season |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach?
Yes — Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in California. Reported water temperature: 65-70 in summer. Heads-up: Lifeguards on duty in summer season. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach?
Reported fee info: Day-use parking fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach?
The best season is typically June-September.