Natural swimming hole
Osage Hills State Park
Lake · Oklahoma
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
Osage Hills' small lakes have swim areas in the Osage Hills forest west of Bartlesville. The park is one of Oklahoma's original state parks, with CCC stonework and tallgrass prairie. It is a quiet, wooded lake swim in the Osage Nation.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Depth | Designated swim area |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Parking pass required (~$10/day) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | State park parking pass required |
| Amenities | restrooms, swim area, camping, trails |
| County | Osage County |
| Nearest town | Pawhuska |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard. Swim in designated area. |
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 Osage Hills State Park?
Yes — Osage Hills State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oklahoma. Heads-up: No lifeguard. Swim in designated area.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Osage Hills State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Osage Hills State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Osage Hills 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 Osage Hills State Park?
The best season is typically May-September.