Natural swimming hole
Pomme de Terre State Park beaches
Lake · 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
Pomme de Terre State Park's beaches on the serene, uncrowded lake feel like hidden gems an hour north of Springfield. Hermitage Beach wraps a long peninsula with swim areas on three sides, while Pittsburg Beach offers a wide gravel shore near the campground. Both pair calm lake swimming with trails and a full-service marina.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | mid 70s to 80 in summer |
| Depth | shallow lake beaches |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free (some areas up to $5 per vehicle) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | state park lots |
| Amenities | gravel swim beaches, picnic areas, trails, park store, marina |
| County | Hickory County |
| Nearest town | Hermitage |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Pomme de Terre State Park beaches?
Yes — Pomme de Terre State Park beaches is listed as a natural swimming spot in Missouri. Reported water temperature: mid 70s to 80 in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Pomme de Terre State Park beaches require reservations?
No reservations are required at Pomme de Terre State Park beaches based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Pomme de Terre State Park beaches?
Reported fee info: Free (some areas up to $5 per vehicle). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Pomme de Terre State Park beaches?
The best season is typically May-September.