Utah Swimming Holes
Utah has 6 named swimming holes on record across 3 counties. Types include lake coves, creek pools, and waterfall basins. 1 swimming hole is free to visit. 1 needs a hike and 1 needs a high-clearance road. 4 have a closure or hazard note on file.
- No closure on file
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
No swimming holes match.
| Name | Water type | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee Marina/Rendezvous summer UT $25/$15/$30; reg $15/$10/$20. Eastside summer $20/$15/$25; reg $10/$10/$15 (thru Sep 30). | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee Day-use: UT $15/vehicle, senior 65+ $10, out-of-state $25 (includes launches). Annual $125; senior annual $65. | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee Day-use: UT $20/vehicle, senior 65+ $10, out-of-state $25, walk-in $5. Night fishing 9 p.m.-7 a.m. $15. | Status No closure on file | |
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee Day-use: UT $25/vehicle, senior 65+ $10, non-res $35, walk-in $5. Annual resident $125; senior annual $65. | Status No closure on file | |
| Development Creek pool | Access paved road | Fee $10/vehicle for 3 days, $20 for 7 days, $60 season (Three Forks REA; America the Beautiful passes accepted). | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Waterfall basin | Access 11 mi hike (round trip), high clearance road | Fee Free on BLM land; no permit required. | Status Closure or warning on file |
Photo credits (5)
- Bear Lake: kla4067, CC BY 2.0
- Gunlock Reservoir: Thure Johnson, CC BY 2.0
- Quail Creek: Fredlyfish4, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Sand Hollow: Rover_0, CC BY 3.0
- Three Forks: An Errant Knight, CC BY-SA 4.0
Common questions
Where are the swimming holes in Utah?
6 named swimming holes are on record: Bear Lake, Gunlock Reservoir, Quail Creek, Sand Hollow, Three Forks, and Toquerville Falls.
Are there free swimming holes in Utah?
Yes. No fee on record for Toquerville Falls. Each page cites its source.
Are any swimming holes in Utah closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Bear Lake, Gunlock Reservoir, Three Forks, and Toquerville Falls. Each page has the dated detail.
