Wild Swim Atlas

Lakes and tarns in Maryland

3 lakes and tarns you can swim in across Maryland, each checked for public access.

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3 spots in Maryland

Seasonal public swimming

Hunting Creek Lake

Lake
Cunningham Falls State Park, William Houck Area, Thurmont

Hunting Creek Lake at Cunningham Falls State Park is used for swimming, boating and fishing, with three designated swimming areas.

Public swimming allowed

Lake Habeeb

Lake
Rocky Gap State Park, Pleasant Grove

Lake Habeeb has two public swimming beaches within Rocky Gap State Park in Allegany County, Maryland.

Public swimming available

Deep Creek Lake designated beaches

Lake
Deep Creek Lake State Park, Garrett

Deep Creek Lake State Park has two sandy public beaches where swimming is permitted when swim lines are installed.