6 Swimming Holes in Alaska — Map, Guides & Directions

6 natural swimming destinations in Alaska.

How many swimming holes are in Alaska?

Alaska has 6 swimming holes in our directory , including 5 lake, 1 spring . Use swimming holes near me for live distance sorting or browse by city.

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Chena Hot Springs — hot spring swimming hole near Fairbanks, AK
Hot Spring AK

Chena Hot Springs

Chena Hot Springs near Fairbanks, Alaska — a 106°F natural hot springs lake open year-round at the end of Chena Hot Springs Road. Day passes, hours, and winter aurora soaking tips.

Fee required Fairbanks
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Big Lake North S.r.s. — lake swimming hole near Big Lake, AK
Lake AK

Big Lake North S.r.s.

Big Lake North State Recreation Site near Wasilla, Alaska — swimming, boating, and camping on one of Southcentral Alaska’s busiest summer lakes. Fees, facilities, and directions.

Fee required Big Lake
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Big Lake South S.r.s. — lake swimming hole near Big Lake, AK
Lake AK

Big Lake South S.r.s.

Big Lake South State Recreation Site near Wasilla, Alaska — the quieter shore of Big Lake for swimming, camping, and fishing. Fees, access, and what to expect.

Fee required Big Lake
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Quartz Lake S.r.a. — lake swimming hole near Delta Junction, AK
Lake AK

Quartz Lake S.r.a.

Quartz Lake State Recreation Area near Delta Junction, Alaska — designated swimming beach, beach volleyball, and one of Interior Alaska’s best road-accessible lakes.

Fee required Delta Junction
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Goose Lake Park — lake swimming hole near Anchorage, AK
Lake AK

Goose Lake Park

Goose Lake Park in midtown Anchorage, Alaska — a free official swimming beach with picnic shelters, playground, and bike-trail access next to the UAA campus.

Free Anchorage
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Jewel Lake Park — lake swimming hole near Anchorage, AK
Lake AK

Jewel Lake Park

Jewel Lake Park in south Anchorage, Alaska — free neighborhood swim beach with restrooms, playground, and a stocked fishery kept 50 feet clear of the swim area.

Free Anchorage
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