Angeles National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Off-highway vehicles
- Picnicking
Outdoors
Swimming holes and lakes near West Hollywood
Lakes, rivers and beaches near West Hollywood where swimming is allowed on public land.
Good to know: Most natural swimming areas have no lifeguard; check water-quality advisories and current conditions before swimming.
Within 30 miles (1)
30 to 75 miles (3)
Deer Group Camp
Deer Group Campground is a great place to bring an extended family or large group.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Water sports
Mountain Oak
Escape to Mountain Oak Campground in the Angeles National Forest for a restful, refreshing getaway from city life.
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
San Bernardino National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
75 miles and farther (2)
Los Padres National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Climbing
- Hiking
- Off-highway vehicles
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Water sports
Channel Islands National Park
Channel Islands National Park encompasses five remarkable islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources.
- Boating
- Camping
- Diving
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Paddling
- Picnicking
- Snorkeling
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown West Hollywood. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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- Wildlife viewing and birding near West Hollywood
- Off-roading and OHV areas near West Hollywood
- Parks in West Hollywood
- Day trips
- Weather by month
Questions
Where is the closest place for swimming near West Hollywood?
Angeles National Forest (USDA Forest Service), about 20 miles east of West Hollywood as the crow flies. Next are Deer Group Camp (35 mi) and Mountain Oak (42 mi).
When is the best time for swimming near West Hollywood?
Based on West Hollywood’s average highs, July–September. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.