Natural swimming hole
Lamoille Creek
Creek · Nevada
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
Lamoille Creek's canyon pools in the Ruby Mountains, with waterfalls, beaver ponds, and alpine scenery. The creek runs cold and clear beneath 11,000-foot peaks. It is Nevada's finest mountain stream swim.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | cold |
| Depth | wading to swimming pools |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | sunrise-sunset |
| Parking | Canyon road pullouts |
| County | Elko County |
| Nearest town | Lamoille |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; cold |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Lamoille Creek?
Yes — Lamoille Creek is listed as a natural swimming spot in Nevada. Reported water temperature: cold. Heads-up: No lifeguard; cold. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Lamoille Creek require reservations?
No reservations are required at Lamoille Creek based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Lamoille Creek?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Lamoille Creek?
The best season is typically July-September.