Nebraska Swimming Holes

Nebraska has 2 named swimming holes on record across 2 counties. Types include rivers and lake coves. 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
Fort Niobrara Cherry County
Development River Access gravel road Fee $1.00 per person launch/wristband fee at the Refuge launch kiosk (self-serve fee box). Status Closure or warning on file
Lake McConaughy Keith County
Development Lake cove Access paved road Fee Park entry permit required: NE vehicle $7 daily / $35 annual; non-NE $14 daily / $70 annual. Status Closure or warning on file

Common questions

Where are the swimming holes in Nebraska?

2 named swimming holes are on record: Fort Niobrara and Lake McConaughy.

Are any swimming holes in Nebraska closed?

A closure or hazard note is on file for Fort Niobrara and Lake McConaughy. Each page has the dated detail.

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