8 Free Swimming Holes near Cabin Creek
first prev 1 next lastShowing Swimming Holes within 50 miles Distance miles of 8449 U.S. 287, West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA City, Zip, or Address
Wade Lake
Cameron, Montana
11.7 miles WWade Lake is a hidden gem of southwestern Montana — a spring-fed mountain lake famous for its glassy, aquamarine water, tucked into a forested ravine at the southern end of the Gravelly Range....
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Ousel Falls
Gallatin Gateway, Montana
25.3 miles NA 1.7-mile out-and-back trail near Big Sky, Montana, leading through forest to a beautiful waterfall — accessible from May through October for a rewarding short hike.
Hike, Rock Climb, Swim
Firehole River
Madison, Yellowstone National Park
29.6 miles SEA thermally warmed Yellowstone river with a calm swim area that is beautiful and historic for anglers — but stay strictly out of the main current, which has been fatal. Check with a ranger before entering.
Hot Springs, Swim 0.9 mi
Buffalo River Campground
Island Park, Idaho
30.6 miles SAn easy, clear, and often warm float on the Buffalo River near Island Park, with slow enough current to paddle back upstream in a canoe or kayak after your run.
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Boiling River
North Entrance, Yellowstone National Park
33.0 miles EWhere a hot spring pours into the Gardner River in Yellowstone, warm soaking awaits — but never enter the scalding upstream runoff channel, which reaches 113–140°F. Check with a ranger first.
Hot Springs, Swim 4.8 mi
Aldous Lake and Hancock Lake
Kilgore, Idaho
35.1 miles SWTwin alpine lakes — Aldous and Hancock — on a scenic 1.5-to-2.5-mile hike near Kilgore, with beautiful mountain scenery and heavier weekend crowds.
Backpack, Camp, Hike, Horseback, Swim
Hellroaring Creek Trail
Yellowstone National Park
44.8 miles EA suspension bridge over the Yellowstone River leads to sandy creek-side beaches and a mild backcountry trail past Yellowstone's largest granite slab — great for all ages.
Camp, Hike, Swim 17.5 mi
Tear Drop Lake
Ashton, Idaho
46.0 miles SA small, lively lake in the Targhee forest for kayaking, swimming, and an easy loop trail — family fun with primitive lakeside camping.
Camp, Canoe, Hike, Kayak, Mountain Bike, Swim
