Natural swimming hole
Winfield City Lake Swim Beach
Lake · Kansas
About this swimming hole
Winfield City Lake, also called Timber Creek Lake, is a city-owned reservoir of about 1,060 acres set in the Flint Hills eight miles northeast of Winfield. City lake rules permit swimming in the beach area on the north side of the lake, with Timber Creek Marina on the south side. The lake is also known for camping, boating, water skiing, and some of Kansas's best fishing.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | Lake recreation permit required; permits sold at the Lake Office and Winfield City Hall (per LASR's lake rules summary) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Beach is closed from midnight to sunrise (per city lake rules) |
| Parking | North-shore lots near the beach; lake office at the south end of the dam |
| Amenities | swim beach, marina, campground, picnic areas, nature trails |
| County | Cowley County |
| Nearest town | Winfield |
| Safety notes | Swimming is permitted only in the designated north-side beach area; no glass, alcoholic beverages, or animals are permitted on the beach |
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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 Winfield City Lake Swim Beach?
Yes — Winfield City Lake Swim Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Kansas. Heads-up: Swimming is permitted only in the designated north-side beach area; no glass, alcoholic beverages, or animals are permitted on the beach. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Winfield City Lake Swim Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Winfield City Lake Swim Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Winfield City Lake Swim Beach?
Reported fee info: Lake recreation permit required; permits sold at the Lake Office and Winfield City Hall (per LASR's lake rules summary). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Winfield City Lake Swim Beach?
The best season is typically June-August.