Fossil Creek Places To Swim And Soak

2 named places are on Fossil Creek in Arizona. 2 charge a day-use fee. 2 need a reservation for vehicle entry in season. 2 are known for clear water, per the managing agency. 2 have a closure or hazard note on file.

  • Closed, or no soaking or swimming
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Showing 2 of 2 places to swim and soak

Name Kind Access Fee Status
Fossil Creek Yavapai County
Development Swimming hole Access high clearance road Fee $6 non-refundable Recreation.gov reservation fee per vehicle April 1 to October 1; no fees October 2 to March 31 Status Closure or warning on file
Development Waterfall Access 1 mi hike, high clearance road Fee $6 Recreation.gov reservation fee/vehicle Apr 1-Oct 1; no fees Oct 2-Mar 31 Status Closure or warning on file
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Common questions

Where can you swim on the Arizona side of Fossil Creek?

2 named spots are on record: Fossil Creek and Fossil Creek Waterfall.

Are there free beaches on the Arizona side of Fossil Creek?

None on record here. Every spot listed charges a day-use fee; the table has each one.

Where is the clearest water at Fossil Creek?

Fossil Creek: Calcium-rich travertine creek; USFS notes all creek access points have swimming opportunities. Fossil Creek Waterfall: Travertine creek with crystal-clear swimming holes along Fossil Creek.

Are any beaches on the Arizona side of Fossil Creek closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Fossil Creek and Fossil Creek Waterfall. Each page has the dated detail.