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Swimming Holes in La Pine, Oregon
3 natural swimming holes
If La Pine is home base, you're spoiled for choice: 3 natural swimming holes appear in our listings for this area. Cultus Lake anchors the local list, and Paulina Lake Hot Springs rounds out the highlights. Expect a spread: 2 lakes, and 1 spring. They all fall in Deschutes County.
Swimming holes in La Pine
- Cultus Lake
A spring-fed Cascade lake in the Deschutes National Forest with developed campgrounds and easy shoreline swimming.
- Paulina Lake Hot Springs
Paulina Lake's eastern shore hides natural hot spring seeps where bathers dig shallow pools in the lakeside gravel.
- Paulina Lake, Newberry Crater
One of the Newberry Crater twin lakes, where a developed Forest Service campground meets surprisingly warm shallows thanks to hot springs seeping along the shore.
Frequently asked questions
How many swimming holes are in La Pine, OR?
Our directory lists 3 natural swimming holes in and around La Pine, Oregon, across Deschutes County. New spots are added as they're verified.
What kinds of swimming holes are in La Pine?
The 3 listings cover 2 lakes, 1 spring. See each listing for details on access and conditions.
Which swimming hole near La Pine should I try first?
Cultus Lake is a well-documented local listing. A spring-fed Cascade lake in the Deschutes National Forest with developed campgrounds and easy shoreline swimming. Full details, maps, and safety notes are on its page.
Do swimming holes near La Pine charge a fee?
Some do — state parks and popular preserves often charge a day-use or parking fee. Each listing shows reported fee info where known.