Swimming

There are three designated swimming beaches with vault toilets on the state forest. Swimmers should exercise caution, as lifeguards are not on duty.

The beach at Connors Lake picnic area includes a sandy beach with drinking water available. At the other end of Connors Lake, the campground also has a sandy beach and hand pump for drinking water. A vehicle admission sticker or day pass is required for both locations.

The Lake of the Pines Campground beach also requires a vehicle admission sticker.

These are the only designated swimming areas on the property. However, swimming is allowed elsewhere when waters are not signed "closed to swimming." Popular areas include Slough Gundy, the Cedar Rapids river campsite and the Highway W landing. Swimmers should exercise caution, especially in moving water, as there are no lifeguards on duty.