Natural swimming hole
Little Spokane River swimming
River · Washington
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 gentle, spring-fed tributary of the Spokane River beloved for lazy floats and calm swimming in Riverside State Park. Note that inner tubes, pets and bikes are restricted on this stretch, so it's a swim-and-paddle-only kind of quiet.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 60-65 in summer |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | Discover Pass |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | Indian Painted Rocks and Nine Mile Dam access points |
| County | Spokane County |
| Nearest town | Nine Mile Falls |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; inner tubes, pets and bikes not allowed; slow but cold water |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Little Spokane River swimming?
Yes — Little Spokane River swimming is listed as a natural swimming spot in Washington. Reported water temperature: 60-65 in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; inner tubes, pets and bikes not allowed; slow but cold water. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Little Spokane River swimming require reservations?
No reservations are required at Little Spokane River swimming based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Little Spokane River swimming?
Reported fee info: Discover Pass. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Little Spokane River swimming?
The best season is typically July-September.