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    Lake Elmo

    Lake Elmo State Park, Cherry Island, MontanaLakePublic swimming

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    Lake Elmo is a 64-acre reservoir with designated swimming areas in Lake Elmo State Park, Billings.

    Water
    Lake
    Entry
    Montana residents park free with the annual vehicle decal; non-residents pay $8 per vehicle or $4 for walking or cycling entry.
    Swim hours
    5:00 am to 10:00 pm daily
    Facilities
    Swimming areas, boat launch, fishing pier, restrooms
    Lifeguard
    No lifeguard
    Dogs
    Dogs must be leashed and are prohibited on swimming beaches.
    Managed by
    Montana State Parks

    Getting there

    The park is at 2300 Lake Elmo Drive, Billings. Use the park entrance on Lake Elmo Drive.

    45.8410, -108.4798

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    Know before you go

    • Swim in designated swimming areas.
    • Keep dogs on leads.
    • Do not take dogs onto swimming beaches.

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    Questions about Lake Elmo

    Can you swim at Lake Elmo?

    Yes. Public swimming is available at designated swimming areas in Lake Elmo State Park. There is no lifeguard.

    Does it cost anything to swim at Lake Elmo?

    Montana residents park free with the annual vehicle decal; non-residents pay $8 per vehicle or $4 for walking or cycling entry.

    Are dogs allowed at Lake Elmo?

    Dogs must be leashed and are prohibited on swimming beaches.

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