Natural swimming hole

Jamestown Reservoir swimming beaches

Lake · North Dakota

About this swimming hole

Jamestown Reservoir is Stutsman County's largest public use area, with 2,095 surface acres and 45 miles of shoreline, and it has two swimming beaches. Lakeside Campground, two miles north of Jamestown on US Highway 20, and Pelican Point Landing, six miles north on US 52/281, both have swimming beaches along with campgrounds, RV hookups, showers, playgrounds, fishing piers, and boat ramps. The east side of the park also has over two miles of asphalt trails for walking and biking.

Good to know

Water typeLake
Reservations requiredNo
Amenitiestwo swimming beaches, campgrounds, RV hookups, showers, playgrounds, fishing piers, boat ramps, picnic areas, asphalt trails
CountyStutsman County
Nearest townJamestown

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Official information

Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Jamestown Reservoir swimming beaches require reservations?

No reservations are required at Jamestown Reservoir swimming beaches based on current information — but verify before you go.

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Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026