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Swimming Holes in Hot Springs, South Dakota
3 natural swimming holes
Swimming around Hot Springs, SD means options — 3 natural swimming holes make our directory for this corner of South Dakota. Geographically, they're a Fall River County story. Worth a first look: Cascade Falls, plus Cold Brook Lake swim beach nearby. Plan around June-August — that's the best season named in most local listings. Between them they cover 2 lakes, and 1 spring.
Swimming holes in Hot Springs
- Cascade Falls
Cascade Falls is South Dakota's beloved century-old swimming hole, fed by 67-degree Cascade Springs two miles upstream.
- Cold Brook Lake swim beach
Cold Brook Lake is a small, roughly 33- to 36-acre Corps of Engineers lake less than a mile north of Hot Springs, created by Cold Brook Dam in 1953.
- Angostura Reservoir beach
Angostura Reservoir's swim beach fronts 4,700 acres of warm water in the southern Black Hills.
Frequently asked questions
How many swimming holes are in Hot Springs, SD?
Our directory lists 3 natural swimming holes in and around Hot Springs, South Dakota, across Fall River County. New spots are added as they're verified.
What kinds of swimming holes are in Hot Springs?
The 3 listings cover 2 lakes, 1 spring. See each listing for details on access and conditions.
Which swimming hole near Hot Springs should I try first?
Cascade Falls is a well-documented local listing. Cascade Falls is South Dakota's beloved century-old swimming hole, fed by 67-degree Cascade Springs two miles upstream. Full details, maps, and safety notes are on its page.
When is the best time to swim near Hot Springs?
Local listings most often name June-August as the best season. Spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high — check local conditions before you go.