Water Activities
Looking for places to swim or go boating? Find freshwater opportunities below.
Boating - Motorized
The Forest Service allows motorized boating on many lakes and rivers, with boat ramps and launching piers available at some locations. Regulations and restrictions vary by area.
Boating - Non-Motorized
There are countless places to put in a canoe, kayak, or other vessel. Regulations and restrictions vary by area. Paddling and floating opportunities are usually the best during spring flows.
Swimming
Swimming can be a fun way to cool off on a hot day, but make sure you follow safety guidelines. National Forest swimming areas do not have designated lifeguards on duty.
- Designate a responsible adult to supervise children.
- Don’t swim alone. It is always safer to swim with a buddy.
- Look before you leap. Always check water conditions and depth before jumping or swimming. Underwater conditions can change quickly, putting hazards like tree branches or rocks in your path that were not there before.
- Beware diving into any natural body of water. It is never safe to jump from rock cliffs, ledges, and man-made structures.
- Do not swim at docks or boat launches.
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Antilon Lake Campground
Antilon Lake camping area is great for large groups and accessible to small RV's. Antilon Lake is open to fishing, and non-motorized or electric-motor boats. Not recommended for swimming. During the…
Beehive Reservoir
This 12-acre reservoir is a popular fishing destination located 8 miles southwest of Wenatchee. The lake usually has a fair carry-over of Rainbow Trout as well as occasional Tiger Trout.
Blackpine Lake Campground
Majestic landscape views. Boat launch, fishing, floating docks. Accessible interpretive trail with views of Sawtooth Mountains and accessible fishing dock. Picnic area.
Buck Lake Campground
Small, quiet forested campground. Boat landing, adequate for small crafts. Successful fishing early in the year. Lake stocked. Mountain biking opportunites. Maximum length of site is 25 feet.
Bumping Lake Campground
Site Closed
This campground has an upper section and a lower section and offers barrier-free sites. It is located on the south shore of Bumping Lake with a boat launch located at the lower campground. ADA sites…
Bumping Lake Picnic Area/Boating Site
Boat launch and parking located along south shore of lake. The picnic area skirts the lake shore with tables and fire pits. ADA paths available. Do not swim at docks or boat launches. Area is…
Cascade Creek Campground
Site Closed
The Cascade Creek campground is a hike-in campground located near the Lakeshore Trail #1247 between Prince Creek campground and Moore Point campground. There is no boat dock at this lakeside site,…
Cedar Springs Campground
Site Closed
This campground is located along the Bumping River, just off Highway 410, and offers 2 multi-family sites as well as 14 single sites. Potable water and vault toilets on site. Great access to hiking…
Clear Lake Day Use Area
Beautiful site on the west side of Clear Lake with paved trails, fishing, nature walks, wildlife viewing, picnic areas, non-motorized boating. ADA options available, check out the Barrier Free…
Clear Lake North Campground
Along Cold Creek, this group of campgrounds is located just north of Clear Lake dam. The campgrounds Three Day Camp, Spring Camp, and The North Group Campground together make up 33 sites. Accessible…