This Secluded Dam In North Dakota Might Just Be Your New Favorite Swimming Spot
Larimore Dam in North Dakota offers a perfect, quiet outdoor spot for swimming, picnicking, and camping.
Enjoy some quiet time on the shore at Larimore Dam. This secluded dam in North Dakota has everything you need for a perfect day outdoors including swimming, picnic tables, and campsites. It is the optimal summer spot - all while not being overly crowded or noisy. After a visit here, it might just become your new favorite swimming hole!
Are you ready to start exploring?
Then take a drive out to a recreational area just outside of the small town of Larimore, North Dakota.
It is here that you will find beautiful Larimore Dam.
Larimore Dam is one of many quiet, lovely, lakes in North Dakota and it has everything you need for a perfect outing.
It is gorgeously surrounded by nature and quiet prairie hills that look lovely from dawn until dusk.
When the light bounces off the water you'll experience some spectacular views.
When you visit, you can pack a picnic and enjoy full use of the shelters.
Picnic tables and barbecue grills are provided here for public use.
Enjoy your lunch right alongside the water's edge...
...and take in the fresh air and views.
You can use the area for fishing, camping, and lounging in the sun, but it is especially great for swimming.
There is a swimming beach provided — just be aware that there are no lifeguards on duty!
The sandy beach is perfect to stretch out on.
Or to let the kids play in the shallows. But of course you can always go out further to make full use of the swimming area.
This area might just become your new favorite after a single visit!
Besides this not-so-busy swimming hole you'll find a nature area where you might want to stay all day, as well as campgrounds that are perfect for overnight and longer adventures.
You can find the Larimore Dam at 3586 18th Avenue NE, Larimore, ND, 58251.
Have you ever been to the Larimore Dam? If so, which part was your favorite? Where is your favorite swimming hole in North Dakota? We'd love to read about your experiences in the comments section below!
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