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Swimming Holes in Kamas, Utah
12 natural swimming holes
12 natural swimming holes cluster around Kamas in Utah — enough for a full summer of new swims. Local listings point to July-September as the best swimming season. The standout listing is Provo River Falls. Water here comes in several flavors — 11 lakes, and 1 waterfall. Geographically, they're a Summit County story.
Swimming holes in Kamas
- Provo River Falls
A roadside waterfall on the Mirror Lake Highway where the Provo River drops through a series of cascades into clear pools.
- Amethyst Lake
A high Uinta lake in the Amethyst Basin, reached by a long trail.
- Butterfly Lake
Butterfly Lake's small Uinta waters sit just off the Mirror Lake Highway with a quiet, forested shore.
- Cliff Lake (Uinta)
A stunning high Uinta lake beneath Reids Peak, reached by a moderate trail.
- Crystal Lake (Uinta)
A popular Uinta lake with a trailhead, toilets, and shoreline swimming.
- Ibantik Lake
A remote Uinta lake in the Ibantik Basin, reached by a long trail.
- Lost Lake (Uinta)
A small, aptly named Uinta lake off the Crystal Lake trailhead.
- Mirror Lake (Uinta)
The Uintas' most accessible alpine lake, right off the Mirror Lake Highway with a campground and day-use area.
- Smith and Morehouse Reservoir
A Kamas-area reservoir with shoreline swimming and Uinta views.
- Trial Lake
A beautiful Uinta lake with a campground and easy shoreline swimming.
- Wall Lake
A classic Uinta alpine lake at 10,000 feet, reached by an easy trail from the Mirror Lake Highway.
- Washington Lake (Uinta)
A quiet Uinta lake with a campground and shoreline swimming.
Frequently asked questions
How many swimming holes are in Kamas, UT?
Our directory lists 12 natural swimming holes in and around Kamas, Utah, across Summit County. New spots are added as they're verified.
What kinds of swimming holes are in Kamas?
The 12 listings cover 11 lakes, 1 waterfall. See each listing for details on access and conditions.
Which swimming hole near Kamas should I try first?
Provo River Falls is a well-documented local listing. A roadside waterfall on the Mirror Lake Highway where the Provo River drops through a series of cascades into clear pools. Full details, maps, and safety notes are on its page.
When is the best time to swim near Kamas?
Local listings most often name July-September as the best season. Spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high — check local conditions before you go.