INTO THE WILD · SWIMMING HOLES

Swimming Holes in Wisconsin

10 Sites Found Public & Accessible Land

Wisconsin swimming is at inland lakes and the rivers of the Driftless Area in the southwest. The Wisconsin River below the Dells has swimming in the sandstone gorge sections away from the waterpark attractions. Blue Hole in the Wolf River drainage has cold spring-fed swimming in Langlade County — local knowledge required. The Kickapoo River in the Driftless Area meanders through a landscape that looks nothing like the rest of Wisconsin, with swimming in the broad curves of the valley.

Always check current conditions before visiting — water levels, algae advisories, and access roads change seasonally. Never swim alone in remote sites. Tell someone your plans. Explore all swimming holes on the Trek4Free map →

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AMNICON FALLS S. P.

Easy Access

46.6098°N, 91.8924°W

BECKMAN LAKE

Easy Access MADISON Area

42.5840°N, 89.7670°W

EAU CLAIRE RIVER

Moderate Hike

44.8175°N, 91.3557°W

JAYCEE QUARRY PARK

Easy Access

43.7820°N, 87.7485°W

LAKE RIPLEY

Easy Access MADISON Area

43.0028°N, 89.0039°W

OTTAWA LAKE

Easy Access KETTLE MORAINE Area

42.9371°N, 88.4756°W

PEBBLE BEACH

Easy Access

45.1852°N, 87.1517°W

SALMO POND

Easy Access MADISON Area

43.1183°N, 89.6897°W

SPRING LAKE

Easy Access KETTLE MORAINE Area

42.8799°N, 88.5826°W

WHITEWATER LAKE

Easy Access KETTLE MORAINE Area

42.7803°N, 88.6951°W