Natural swimming hole
Mongaup Pond
Lake · New York
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
Mongaup Pond Campground’s swimming beach offers swimming only when a lifeguard is on duty, per the Catskills Visitor Center. The Sullivan County pond is a quiet western-Catskills swim with camping and day-use access. Call ahead to confirm lifeguard status before visiting.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | Small day-use charge (~$10) |
| Reservations required | No |
| County | Sullivan County |
| Nearest town | Livingston Manor |
| Safety notes | Swimming only when lifeguard on duty; call ahead |
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(approximate location)Nearby swimming holes
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Mongaup Pond?
Yes — Mongaup Pond is listed as a natural swimming spot in New York. Heads-up: Swimming only when lifeguard on duty; call ahead. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Mongaup Pond require reservations?
No reservations are required at Mongaup Pond based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Mongaup Pond?
Reported fee info: Small day-use charge (~$10). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Mongaup Pond?
The best season is typically June-September.