Swimming Holes in Wyoming
55 natural swimming holes
Wyoming has 55 natural swimming holes in our directory — lakes, rivers, springs scattered from the backcountry to roadside favorites. Favorites include Granite Creek Falls pools, Hobo Hot Springs (Hobo Pool), Fontenelle Reservoir. Every listing includes location details, fees, reservation info, and safety notes where known. Conditions change with weather and seasons, so always verify before you go.
All Wyoming swimming holes
- Fontenelle Reservoir
- Granite Creek Falls pools
- Hobo Hot Springs (Hobo Pool)
- Alcova Reservoir
- Bear River (Cokeville)
- Bear River (Evanston)
- Belle Fourche River (Devils Tower)
- Bighorn River (Thermopolis)
- Boysen Reservoir
- Bradley Lake
- Brooks Lake
- Buffalo Bill Reservoir
- Clarks Fork Yellowstone River
- Curt Gowdy State Park (Granite)
- Encampment River
- Flaming Gorge (Buckboard)
- Fremont Lake
- Glendo Reservoir
- Green River (Green River)
- Green River Lakes
- Greys River
- Gros Ventre River
- Guernsey Reservoir
- Haystack Hot Springs
- Hot Springs State Park Bathhouse
- Jackson Lake (Colter Bay)
- Jenny Lake
- Kelly Warm Spring
- Kendall Warm Springs
- Keyhole Reservoir
- Laramie River (Laramie)
- Leigh Lake
- Libby Lake
- Little Laramie River
- Little Popo Agie River
- Lower Slide Lake
- Meadowlark Lake
- Mirror Lake (Wyoming)
- Niobrara River (Lusk)
- North Platte River (Casper)
- North Platte River (Fort Laramie)
- North Platte River (Saratoga)
- Palisades Reservoir (Wyoming)
- Phelps Lake
- Popo Agie River (Sinks Canyon)
- Shell Creek
- Shoshone River (Cody)
- Snake River (Alpine)
- Snake River (Jackson)
- Stockade Beaver Creek
- String Lake
- Taggart Lake
- Ten Sleep Creek
- Torrey Creek
- Wind River (Dubois)
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of swimming holes does Wyoming have?
Our directory lists 55 swimming holes in Wyoming: 24 lakes, 21 rivers, and 6 springs. Every listing shows its water type, location, fees, and safety notes so you can pick the right one.
When is the best time to visit swimming holes in Wyoming?
The most commonly listed season across our Wyoming spots is june-september (39 of 55 spots). Late spring through early fall is generally prime swimming season — spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high, so check local conditions.
Do Wyoming swimming holes require reservations?
None of the 55 listed Wyoming spots currently show a reservation requirement, but popular parks can add timed entry — check each listing's reservation field and the official park link before you go.
Are Wyoming swimming holes free?
Some are — 39 of the 55 Wyoming spots in our directory report free entry. State parks and popular preserves often charge a day-use or parking fee; each listing shows reported fee info where known.
Are natural swimming holes in Wyoming safe?
Natural water has real risks: no lifeguards, submerged rocks, strong currents, and cold water. Never dive headfirst, check depth, and supervise children closely. Spots with known hazards carry safety flags on their listing.