Natural swimming hole
Nine Eagles State Park beach
Lake · Iowa
About this swimming hole
Nine Eagles State Park surrounds a 64-acre lake in the wooded hills of southern Iowa, with trees in the park reported to be more than 300 years old. The sandy beach offers unsupervised swimming, with a playground and picnic area close by. The lake is limited to rowboats and electric motors, keeping the water quiet for swimmers.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 4:00 AM - 10:30 PM |
| Parking | state park lots |
| Amenities | swimming beach, playground, picnic area, boat ramp, fishing jetty, campground |
| County | Decatur County |
| Nearest town | Davis City |
| Safety notes | unsupervised beach; no lifeguard; check Iowa DNR beach monitoring for current water-quality advisories |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
Nearby swimming holes
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Nine Eagles State Park beach?
Yes — Nine Eagles State Park beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Iowa. Heads-up: unsupervised beach; no lifeguard; check Iowa DNR beach monitoring for current water-quality advisories. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Nine Eagles State Park beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Nine Eagles State Park beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Nine Eagles State Park beach?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Nine Eagles State Park beach?
The best season is typically June-August.