Natural swimming hole
Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River
River · Oregon
About this swimming hole
Cool, clear pools along the Molalla River managed by the BLM, with several small swimming pockets strung along a short stretch. It's a lower-key alternative to the Clackamas River scene, with plenty of shade from riverside alders and maples.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 55-60 in summer |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | day-use fee may apply |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | small lot at the recreation site |
| Amenities | vault toilet, picnic tables |
| County | Clackamas County |
| Nearest town | Molalla |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; slippery rocks; check flows before swimming |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River?
Yes — Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oregon. Reported water temperature: 55-60 in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; slippery rocks; check flows before swimming. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River require reservations?
No reservations are required at Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River?
Reported fee info: day-use fee may apply. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Three Bears Recreation Site, Molalla River?
The best season is typically July-September.