7 Free Swimming Holes near Santa Rosa, CA
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Russian River Area
Lakeshore, California
12.5 miles WSwim near Lakeshore, California
Swim 0.2 mi
Sunset Beach River Park
Forestville, California
12.7 miles WA classic Russian River swimming hole with a pebble beach, shallow and deep sections, Redwood Forest views, paddle boarding, fishing, and picnicking — quieter on weekdays, popular on weekends.
Kayak, Swim
Willow Creek Environmental Campground
Duncans Mills, California
20.5 miles WA sandy-banked riverside campground on the Russian River near the California coast — cool and breezy even in summer, with kayak and tube launch access and a mix of shallow and deep swimming spots.
Hike, Kayak, Swim
Harbin Hot Springs
Middletown, California
24.1 miles NA well-established, clothing-optional hot spring retreat in Lake County with multiple pools, overnight lodging, a restaurant, workshops, and conference facilities — fees apply.
Camp, Hot Springs, Swim 0.1 mi
Bass Lake
Bolinas, California
33.9 miles SBass Lake is a beloved hike-in swimming hole in Point Reyes National Seashore, tucked into the coastal hills above the Pacific near Bolinas, California. A small, tree-rimmed freshwater lake reached...
Hike, Swim
Muir Beach
Muir Beach, California
40.7 miles SA hidden gem beach north of San Francisco with a 0.2-mile walk to the shore, informational placards for kids, sunset views over the Pacific, and access to the Coastal Trail.
Hike, Swim
Aquatic Park
San Francisco, California
46.6 miles SA historic San Francisco Bay swimming lagoon in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area — the water is cold and not always pristine, but devoted year-round swimmers and two open clubs keep the tradition alive.
Swim
