11 Swimming Spots With The Clearest, Most Pristine Water In Minnesota
With just a few weeks of summer left, it’s time to get outside and enjoy every ounce of sun. And what better way to do it than take a trip to the best swimming spots in Minnesota? These 11 have some of the most clear and pristine waters – and they’re definitely worth a visit before the end of the season!
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This swimming pond is filtered and chlorinated, making it a metro area paradise for those looking to cool off.
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These St. Cloud quarries are perfect for cliff jumping and the water is always clear and beautiful.
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This clear BWCA lake is unreal and swimming here is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.
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The beaches on the North Shore like Beaver Bay offer amazing swimming and even better views!
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The clear pool is spring-fed and treated with chlorine to make it the perfect family swimming spot.
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The beach on Sturgeon Lake at this park is crystal clear!
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The beach and sand bar at Afton State Park make an amazing spot to cool off, relax, and take in the scenic St. Croix River.
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This state park has a wonderful, clear spring-fed pool with an amazing swimming beach.
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This chlorinated sand-bottom pool is gorgeous and perfect for cooling off on hot days.
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One of MN's clearest lakes, Lake Vermillion is always an amazing place to take a dip.
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The swimming beach at Chester Woods park has amazing sand and even more stunning water!
What’s your favorite place to swim in Minnesota?
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