Swimming Holes in New Jersey
31 natural swimming holes
New Jersey has 31 natural swimming holes in our directory — lakes, ocean coves, creeks scattered from the backcountry to roadside favorites. Favorites include Wawayanda Lake Beach (Wawayanda State Park), Atsion Lake, Parvin Lake. Every listing includes location details, fees, reservation info, and safety notes where known. Conditions change with weather and seasons, so always verify before you go.
All New Jersey swimming holes
- Atsion Lake
- Darlington County Park Swim Lakes
- Egg Harbor City Lake & Campground
- Hopatcong State Park Beach
- Hopewell Quarry
- Lake Absegami
- Lake Marcia
- Lake Nummy
- Oxford Furnace Lake
- Parvin Lake
- Round Valley Reservoir
- Sandy Hook Guarded Ocean Beaches (Gateway NRA)
- Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park
- Spruce Run Reservoir
- Stony Lake (Stokes State Forest)
- Sunrise Lake Beach (Lewis Morris County Park)
- Swartswood Lake
- The Cove at Lake Lenape
- Tomahawk Lake
- Turtle Beach (Delaware Water Gap NRA)
- Wawayanda Lake Beach (Wawayanda State Park)
- Bellmawr Lake
- Cape May Point Borough Beaches
- Chikahoki Falls (Norvin Green State Forest)
- Dunnfield Creek
- Hooks Creek Lake
- Island Beach State Park Ocean Beaches
- Otter Hole (Norvin Green State Forest)
- Ramapo River (Ramapo Valley Reservation)
- Shepherd Lake
- Windward Beach Park
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of swimming holes does New Jersey have?
Our directory lists 31 swimming holes in New Jersey: 20 lakes, 5 ocean coves, and 2 creeks. Every listing shows its water type, location, fees, and safety notes so you can pick the right one.
When is the best time to visit swimming holes in New Jersey?
The most commonly listed season across our New Jersey spots is june-september (25 of 31 spots). Late spring through early fall is generally prime swimming season — spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high, so check local conditions.
Do New Jersey swimming holes require reservations?
None of the 31 listed New Jersey spots currently show a reservation requirement, but popular parks can add timed entry — check each listing's reservation field and the official park link before you go.
Are New Jersey swimming holes free?
Some are — 19 of the 31 New Jersey spots in our directory report free entry. State parks and popular preserves often charge a day-use or parking fee; each listing shows reported fee info where known.
Are natural swimming holes in New Jersey safe?
Natural water has real risks: no lifeguards, submerged rocks, strong currents, and cold water. Never dive headfirst, check depth, and supervise children closely. Spots with known hazards carry safety flags on their listing.