Natural swimming hole
Flandrau State Park swimming pond
Spring · Minnesota
About this swimming hole
Flandrau State Park holds Minnesota's most unusual state-park swim: a sand-bottomed, spring-fed swimming pond set in the Cottonwood River valley at New Ulm. The filtered pond (seven feet at its deepest, with a wheelchair-accessible ramp) sits beside a historic beachhouse amid WPA-era stonework. It is typically open from early June to mid-August.
Good to know
| Water type | Spring |
|---|---|
| Depth | max depth 7 ft; wheelchair-accessible ramp |
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | MN state park vehicle permit required ($7 daily) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | state park lots at 1300 Summit Ave |
| Amenities | sand-bottom swimming pond, beachhouse shelter, playground, volleyball courts, campground, hiking trails |
| County | Brown County |
| Nearest town | New Ulm |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Flandrau State Park swimming pond?
Yes — Flandrau State Park swimming pond is listed as a natural swimming spot in Minnesota. Heads-up: no lifeguard. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Flandrau State Park swimming pond require reservations?
No reservations are required at Flandrau State Park swimming pond based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Flandrau State Park swimming pond?
Reported fee info: MN state park vehicle permit required ($7 daily). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Flandrau State Park swimming pond?
The best season is typically June-August.