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!

1. Lake Minnetonka Swimming Pond

This swimming pond is filtered and chlorinated, making it a metro area paradise for those looking to cool off.

2. Quarry Park

These St. Cloud quarries are perfect for cliff jumping and the water is always clear and beautiful.

3. Little Caribou Lake

This clear BWCA lake is unreal and swimming here is truly a one-of-a-kind experience.

4. Beaver Bay

The beaches on the North Shore like Beaver Bay offer amazing swimming and even better views!

5. Pine Springs Pool

The clear pool is spring-fed and treated with chlorine to make it the perfect family swimming spot.

6. McCarthy Beach State Park

The beach on Sturgeon Lake at this park is crystal clear!

7. Afton State Park

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.

8. Camden State Park

This state park has a wonderful, clear spring-fed pool with an amazing swimming beach.

9. Flandrau State Park Pool

This chlorinated sand-bottom pool is gorgeous and perfect for cooling off on hot days.

10. Lake Vermilion

One of MN's clearest lakes, Lake Vermillion is always an amazing place to take a dip.

11. Chester Woods Swimming Beach

The swimming beach at Chester Woods park has amazing sand and even more stunning water!

What's your favorite place to swim in Minnesota?