Natural swimming hole
Chase Lake Falls
Waterfall · Kansas
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
Chase Lake Falls spills over a three-tier limestone spillway in the Flint Hills, a total 40-foot drop that has become a popular hot-weather wading spot. Visitors cross the shallow spillway and play in the pools below the middle falls. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks owns the 109-acre lake and surrounding wildlife area.
Good to know
| Water type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Depth | wading pools below falls |
| Best season | April-July |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | roadside parking at the dam, Chase State Fishing Lake |
| Amenities | waterfalls, hiking trails, wildlife area |
| County | Chase County |
| Nearest town | Cottonwood Falls |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; seasonal flow; slippery rock; moderately difficult walk |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Chase Lake Falls?
Yes — Chase Lake Falls is listed as a natural swimming spot in Kansas. Heads-up: no lifeguard; seasonal flow; slippery rock; moderately difficult walk. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Chase Lake Falls require reservations?
No reservations are required at Chase Lake Falls based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Chase Lake Falls?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Chase Lake Falls?
The best season is typically April-July.