Idaho Swimming Holes

Idaho has 2 named swimming holes on record across 2 counties. All are lake coves. 1 swimming hole is free to visit. 2 have a closure or hazard note on file.

  • Closed, or no soaking or swimming
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Name Water type Access Fee Status
Payette Lake Valley County
Development Lake cove Access paved road Fee Free city park beach access. Status Closure or warning on file
Redfish Lake Custer County
Development Lake cove Access 0 mi hike, paved road Fee Day-use non-group fee $12 at Outlet, Point, North Shore picnic, and related Redfish day-use sites; annual day-use pass. Status Closure or warning on file
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Common questions

Where are the swimming holes in Idaho?

2 named swimming holes are on record: Payette Lake and Redfish Lake.

Are there free swimming holes in Idaho?

Yes. No fee on record for Payette Lake. Each page cites its source.

Are any swimming holes in Idaho closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Payette Lake and Redfish Lake. Each page has the dated detail.

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