Natural swimming hole
Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing
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
U.S. Forest Service recreation area on the National Wild and Scenic Eleven Point River at the Highway 19 bridge, with swimming in the river's blue-green pools. Greer Spring, Missouri's second-largest spring, feeds the river just downstream, so the water stays in the mid-50s year-round below the spring; a one-mile trail from the highway leads down to the spring itself.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | mid-50s below Greer Spring |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | USFS lot off Forest Road 3188 |
| Amenities | campground, picnic areas, boat launch |
| County | Oregon County |
| Nearest town | Alton |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; water stays very cold year-round; remote stretch with few bailout points; check the Bardley gauge before floating |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing?
Yes — Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing is listed as a natural swimming spot in Missouri. Reported water temperature: mid-50s below Greer Spring. Heads-up: no lifeguard; water stays very cold year-round; remote stretch with few bailout points; check the Bardley gauge before floating. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing require reservations?
No reservations are required at Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Eleven Point River at Greer Crossing?
The best season is typically May-September.