A lakeside picnic spot at Mojave Narrows Regional Park in Victorville

Outdoors

Swimming holes and lakes near Victorville

Lakes, rivers and beaches near Victorville where swimming is allowed on public land.

7places to swim
22 mito the closest
4within 30 miles
May–Octoberbest months

Good to know: Most natural swimming areas have no lifeguard; check water-quality advisories and current conditions before swimming.

Closest picks

1

Crab Flats

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service

Crab Flats Campground is an off-roaders paradise, with plenty of off-road vehicle trails nearby for both beginner and experienced riders.

2

Tent Peg Group

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service

Tent Peg Group Campground offers a semi-primitive location for an extended family or large group outing. The area provides easy access to many off-road vehicle trails.

3

Green Valley

24 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service

Green Valley Campground is located near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California.

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Within 30 miles (4)

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Crab Flats

Crab Flats Campground is an off-roaders paradise, with plenty of off-road vehicle trails nearby for both beginner and experienced riders.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Winter sports

22 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Tent Peg Group

Tent Peg Group Campground offers a semi-primitive location for an extended family or large group outing. The area provides easy access to many off-road vehicle trails.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Winter sports

24 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Green Valley

Green Valley Campground is located near Arrowbear in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California.

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming

25 mi southeast · USDA Forest Service · Campground

Hanna Flat

Hanna Flat Campground is a family-friendly facility nestled in the pine-covered mountains of Southern California. It offers access to a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities and a beautiful location to enjoy nature.

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Swimming

30 to 75 miles (3)

31 mi south · USDA Forest Service

San Bernardino National Forest

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting

50 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service

Angeles National Forest

  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Off-highway vehicles
  • Picnicking

50 mi southeast · Bureau of Land Management

Sand to Snow National Monument

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.

  • Accessible Swimming
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Photography
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Winter sports

Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Victorville. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.

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Questions

Where is the closest place for swimming near Victorville?

Crab Flats (USDA Forest Service), about 22 miles southeast of Victorville as the crow flies. Next are Tent Peg Group (22 mi) and Green Valley (24 mi).

When is the best time for swimming near Victorville?

Based on Victorville’s average highs, May–October. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.

Who manages these places?

Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.

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