Natural swimming hole
Beavers Bend State Park
River · Oklahoma
About this swimming hole
Beavers Bend's state park has a swim beach on Broken Bow Lake and access to the clear, cold lower Mountain Fork River. The river below the dam stays trout-stream cold year-round, a shock in an Oklahoma summer. It is one of the state's most popular parks, so book campsites ahead.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Depth | Designated swim beach; river access |
| Best season | April-October |
| Fees | Parking pass required (~$10/day) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | State park parking pass required |
| Amenities | restrooms, swim beach, camping, trails, canoe rentals |
| County | McCurtain County |
| Nearest town | Broken Bow |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard. Mountain Fork River is cold and swift below the dam; supervise children. |
Map
Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Beavers Bend State Park?
Yes — Beavers Bend State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oklahoma. Heads-up: No lifeguard. Mountain Fork River is cold and swift below the dam; supervise children.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Beavers Bend State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Beavers Bend State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Beavers Bend State Park?
Reported fee info: Parking pass required (~$10/day). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Beavers Bend State Park?
The best season is typically April-October.