Natural swimming hole
Sharps Creek Recreation Area
Creek · Oregon
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
A BLM recreation area on Sharps Creek with several creek-formed pools ringed by boulders and small sand pockets. It's also an old gold-mining district, so some visitors pan the creek with a hand pan between swims.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 60-65 in summer |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | BLM day-use pass |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | small lot near the campground |
| Amenities | vault toilet, campground |
| County | Lane County |
| Nearest town | Cottage Grove |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; uneven rocky access; better for older kids and adults |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Sharps Creek Recreation Area?
Yes — Sharps Creek Recreation Area is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oregon. Reported water temperature: 60-65 in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; uneven rocky access; better for older kids and adults. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Sharps Creek Recreation Area require reservations?
No reservations are required at Sharps Creek Recreation Area based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Sharps Creek Recreation Area?
Reported fee info: BLM day-use pass. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Sharps Creek Recreation Area?
The best season is typically July-September.