Natural swimming hole
Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River
River · Missouri
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
Swimming is allowed in the Niangua River at this trout-park valley 12 miles west of Lebanon, where the spring pumps 100 million gallons a day into clear, cold water. The park also runs an Olympic-size public swimming pool with lifeguards from Memorial Day to mid-August.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free river access |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | state park lots |
| Amenities | campground, hiking trails, trout hatchery, canoe rentals, Olympic-size pool (seasonal, lifeguarded) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Nearest town | Lebanon |
| Safety notes | river swimming unsupervised — life jackets recommended; cold spring-fed water |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River?
Yes — Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River is listed as a natural swimming spot in Missouri. Heads-up: river swimming unsupervised — life jackets recommended; cold spring-fed water. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River require reservations?
No reservations are required at Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River?
Reported fee info: Free river access. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Bennett Spring State Park, Niangua River?
The best season is typically May-September.