Natural swimming hole
Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach
Lake · Indiana
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
Cataract Falls may prohibit swimming, but nearby Cagles Mill Lake at Lieber State Recreation Area offers a proper swim beach. The 1,400-acre lake sits below the falls' watershed in a wooded valley. It is the practical swim to pair with a Cataract Falls sightseeing trip.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | mid 70s in summer |
| Depth | lake swimming |
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | State recreation area entrance fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | SRA lots |
| Amenities | swim beach, campground, trails |
| County | Putnam County |
| Nearest town | Cloverdale |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; no swimming at Cataract Falls itself |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach?
Yes — Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Indiana. Reported water temperature: mid 70s in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; no swimming at Cataract Falls itself. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach?
Reported fee info: State recreation area entrance fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Lieber SRA, Cagles Mill Lake beach?
The best season is typically June-August.