Natural swimming hole
Fontainebleau State Park
Lake · Louisiana
About this swimming hole
Fontainebleau State Park's small sandy beach on Lake Pontchartrain has a shallow swimming area under moss-draped live oaks, near the historic 1829 sugar mill ruins. The 2,800-acre park also offers the Tammany Trace rail-trail, a fishing pier, and a splash pad.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | shallow swim area |
| Best season | April-October |
| Fees | Day-use fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 7AM-9PM |
| Parking | Day-use lot near the lakefront |
| Amenities | restrooms, campground, picnic tables, splash pad, fishing pier |
| County | St. Tammany Parish |
| Nearest town | Mandeville |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; check Lake Pontchartrain swim advisories before visiting; alligators inhabit the park - keep your distance |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Fontainebleau State Park?
Yes — Fontainebleau State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Louisiana. Heads-up: No lifeguard; check Lake Pontchartrain swim advisories before visiting; alligators inhabit the park - keep your distance. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Fontainebleau State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Fontainebleau State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Fontainebleau State Park?
Reported fee info: Day-use fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Fontainebleau State Park?
The best season is typically April-October.