Swimming Holes in Louisiana
34 natural swimming holes
Louisiana has 34 natural swimming holes in our directory — lakes, rivers, ocean coves scattered from the backcountry to roadside favorites. Favorites include Whisky Chitto Creek, Kisatchie Bayou - Kisatchie National Forest, Fairview-Riverside State Park - Tchefuncte River. Every listing includes location details, fees, reservation info, and safety notes where known. Conditions change with weather and seasons, so always verify before you go.
All Louisiana swimming holes
- Anacoco Spillway Park
- Bogue Chitto State Park - Bogue Chitto River
- Cypress Bend Park
- Fairview-Riverside State Park - Tchefuncte River
- Fontainebleau State Park
- Indian Creek Recreation Area
- Kincaid Lake Recreation Area - Kincaid Beach
- Kisatchie Bayou - Kisatchie National Forest
- Kisatchie Falls
- Lake Bruin State Park
- Lake End Park (Victor Guarisco Lake End Park)
- North Beach, Lake Charles
- Pleasure Point Park
- Rock Falls
- Silver Creek Campground
- South Toledo Bend State Park
- St. Mary Falls
- Whisky Chitto Creek
- White Sands Lake Day Beach
- Cane River Lake
- Catahoula Lake
- Chemin-A-Haut State Park - Bayou Bartholomew
- Chicot State Park
- Cypremort Point State Park
- Elmer's Island Wildlife Refuge
- Grand Isle State Park
- Holly Beach
- Jimmie Davis State Park - Caney Lake
- Lake Bistineau State Park
- Lake Claiborne State Park
- Lake D'Arbonne State Park
- Poverty Point Reservoir State Park
- Rutherford Beach
- Sabine River - Louisiana Side
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of swimming holes does Louisiana have?
Our directory lists 34 swimming holes in Louisiana: 16 lakes, 6 rivers, and 5 ocean coves. Every listing shows its water type, location, fees, and safety notes so you can pick the right one.
When is the best time to visit swimming holes in Louisiana?
The most commonly listed season across our Louisiana spots is april-september (24 of 34 spots). Late spring through early fall is generally prime swimming season — spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high, so check local conditions.
Do Louisiana swimming holes require reservations?
None of the 34 listed Louisiana spots currently show a reservation requirement, but popular parks can add timed entry — check each listing's reservation field and the official park link before you go.
Are Louisiana swimming holes free?
Some are — 12 of the 34 Louisiana spots in our directory report free entry. State parks and popular preserves often charge a day-use or parking fee; each listing shows reported fee info where known.
Are natural swimming holes in Louisiana safe?
Natural water has real risks: no lifeguards, submerged rocks, strong currents, and cold water. Never dive headfirst, check depth, and supervise children closely. Spots with known hazards carry safety flags on their listing.