Oak Creek Swimming Spots
3 named places are on Oak Creek in Arizona. 3 charge a day-use fee. 2 need a reservation for vehicle entry in season. 2 are known for clear water, per the managing agency. 1 has a closure or hazard note on file.
- No closure on file
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
| Name | Water type | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development Creek pool | Access paved road | Fee $15/vehicle/day (≤5) or $4/person. Coconino Hospitality Annual Pass OK; Red Rock & America the Beautiful not accepted. | Status No closure on file | |
| Development Creek pool | Access paved road | Fee $15/vehicle/day (≤5) or $4/person. Coconino Hospitality Annual Pass OK; Red Rock & America the Beautiful not accepted. | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Swim rock | Access paved road | Fee May-Aug 21, 2026: $30/vehicle (1-4). Aug 22, 2026-Apr 2027: $20/vehicle (1-4). Extra people $5; under 6 free. | Status No closure on file |
Photo credits (2)
- Crescent Moon: Adam Baker from Houston / Moscow / Toulouse (travel a lot), CC BY 2.0
- Slide Rock: Postdlf, CC BY-SA 3.0
Common questions
Where can you swim on the Arizona side of Oak Creek?
3 named spots are on record: Crescent Moon, Grasshopper Point, and Slide Rock.
Are there free beaches on the Arizona side of Oak Creek?
None on record here. Every spot listed charges a day-use fee; the table has each one.
Where is the clearest water at Oak Creek?
Crescent Moon: Cathedral Rock reflected in Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing; popular for swimming and wading. Slide Rock: Natural sandstone slide about 80 ft long and 2.5 to 4 ft wide with about a 7 percent decline; algae makes the rock slippery. About 1/2 mile of Oak Creek open for swimming, wading, and sliding.
Are any beaches on the Arizona side of Oak Creek closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Grasshopper Point. Each page has the dated detail.