River AR
Benton
Find directions and safety tips for swimming at the unofficial Benton swimming hole on the Saline River in Arkansas. No fees or facilities.
Swimming holes in Arkansas
34 natural swimming destinations in Arkansas.
How many swimming holes are in Arkansas?
Arkansas has 34 swimming holes in our directory , including 16 river, 6 creek, 5 waterfall, 2 lake, 2 spring .
Spring AR
Big Spring Park
Visit Big Spring Park in Cotter, AR for a scenic, spring-fed swimming hole with picnic areas. No fee. Find directions, safety tips, and park info.
Creek/Falls AR
Blue Hole - Wolf Den
Find hiking directions to the remote Blue Hole - Wolf Den swimming area on Hurricane Creek. Learn about trail navigation, safety, and what to expect.
River AR
Bluff Hole
Visit Bluff Hole near Mulberry, AR for a natural river swimming and jumping spot. Find directions, safety tips, and info on facilities.
River AR
Buffalo Point
Swim in the Buffalo River at Buffalo Point, AR. Find directions, park facilities, and safety tips for this scenic, unguarded swimming spot.
Pond AR
Charlton
Visit the official Charlton Recreation Area pond on Walnut Creek for swimming near Hot Springs. Find directions, facilities, and safety tips.
Spring AR
Crowleys Ridge S. P.
Plan a visit to the swimming hole at Crowley's Ridge State Park in Arkansas. Get directions, safety tips, and info on hiking and park facilities.
Creek AR
Cadron Creek Swimming Spots In Central Arkansas
Guide to unofficial Cadron Creek swimming spots near Conway, AR. Find directions to RT 65 & RT 285 bridge access, safety tips, and what to expect.
River AR
Cossatot River Swimming And Recreation Area
Guide to the Cossatot River swimming area at Brushy Creek Recreation Area. Find directions, safety tips, and what to know before you visit.
Lake AR
Dam Site
Visit Dam Site Recreation Area on Greers Ferry Lake for swimming and unofficial jumping. Find directions, access notes, and essential safety tips for your visit.
Varies, see below AR
Eureka Springs Region Swimming Spots
Guide to unofficial swimming spots near Eureka Springs, AR. Find directions, safety tips, and seasonal advice for Hogscald Hollow, The Cliffs, and Trigger Gap.
River AR
Farindale
Find directions and tips for visiting Farindale, a natural swimming spot on the Saline River near Little Rock, Benton, and Sheridan.
Creek AR
Half Bushel
Find Half Bushel, an unofficial swimming spot on Big Shoal Creek in the Ozark National Forest. Directions, safety tips, and what to know before you go.
Creek/Falls AR
Haw Creek Falls Swimming And Recreation Area
Plan a visit to the Haw Creek Falls recreation area. Find directions to the Fort Douglas Bridge and Haw Creek Falls swimming holes, plus safety tips for this unofficial Arkansas spot.
Varies-see below AR
Hot Springs Arkansas Swimming Destinations
Guide to swimming and hot springs in Hot Springs, AR. Explore historic bathhouses, Lake Ouachita beaches, and get practical access and safety info.
River AR
Jenkins Ferry S. P.
Visit the Jenkins Ferry State Park swimming hole on the Saline River in Arkansas. Find directions, safety tips, and what to know before you go.
River AR
Jasper Buffalo River Swimming Holes
A guide to the unofficial Pruitt swimming hole on the Buffalo River near Jasper, AR. Find directions, safety tips, and what to know before you go.
Falls AR
Kings River Falls
A guide to hiking to Kings River Falls, an unofficial swimming hole in Arkansas. Includes directions, safety tips, and seasonal advice.
Creek AR
Lee Creek Ozark Swimming Holes
Explore two Lee Creek swimming holes near Fort Smith, AR. Find directions to the semi-official Natural Dam area and a popular unofficial spot for swimming and cliff jumping.
River AR
Little Missouri River Swimming Spots
Find swimming holes on the Little Missouri River in AR, including Albert Pike and Winding Stairs. Get directions, safety tips, and seasonal info for these natural spots.
Creek AR
Long Pool Recreation Area, Big Piney Creek
Plan your visit to Long Pool Recreation Area for swimming in Big Piney Creek. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for this Arkansas spot.
River AR
Mulberry River Swimming Spots, Ozark National Forest
Find unofficial swimming spots along the Mulberry River in Arkansas. Get directions, access notes, and essential safety tips for a safe visit.
River AR
Old Davidsonville S. P.
Visit Old Davidsonville State Park for swimming, boating, and hiking. Find directions, safety tips, and park info for this historic Arkansas river destination.
Varies, see below AR
Ozark National Forest North Unit Swimming Destinations
Guide to swimming holes in the Ozark National Forest North Unit, AR. Find directions, fees, and safety tips for Sylamore Creek spots near Mountain Home.
Creek/Falls AR
Petit Jean State Park Swimming Holes
Explore Cedar Falls and the Blue Hole swimming area in Petit Jean State Park, Arkansas. Find trail details, safety tips, and directions.
River AR
Ponca Buffalo River Swimming Spots
Find swimming holes on the Buffalo River near Ponca, AR. Details for Steel Creek and Ponca Bridge spots, including directions, access, and safety tips.
River AR
River Bluff
A guide to River Bluff, an unofficial swimming spot on the Ouachita River near Glenwood, AR. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes.
River AR
Rye
A guide to the Rye swimming hole in Arkansas. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for swimming in the Saline River near Warren.
Creek AR
Richland Creek Swimming Holes In The Ozark National Forest
Plan a trip to Richland Creek's swimming holes near Russellville, AR. Find directions to Falling Water Falls & Richland Creek Campground, plus safety tips.
River AR
Spring River
Plan your visit to Spring River in Arkansas for swimming, canoeing, and tubing. Find directions, access points, and essential safety tips for a great day on the water.
River AR
Saint Joe Buffalo River Swimming Spots
Plan a visit to the Woolum swimming hole on the Buffalo National River near St. Joe, AR. Find directions, access notes, and essential safety tips for swimming and jumping.
Natural pools in creek AR
Sugar Creek Ozark Region Swimming Spots
Explore free swimming and cliff jumping at Sugar Creek in the Ozarks. Find directions, safety tips, and details for Jack Creek Recreation Area near Ozark, AR.
Falls AR
Tanyard Creek Falls
Explore Tanyard Creek Falls in Bentonville, Arkansas. Find directions, trail info, and safety tips for this unofficial waterfall on the nature trail.
River AR
West Fork White River Swimming Holes
Explore the Wreck Hole, a popular swimming spot on the West Fork White River near West Fork, AR. Find directions, safety tips, and access details for this unofficial area.