Swan Lake is approximately 8 miles long and a mile wide. The lake is a popular fishing and resort area. Swan Lake is popular among fisherman for its northern pike fishery, kokanee salmon and rainbow trout.

There is a Forest Service day use area with toilets, a small beach, boat ramp, picnic tables and fire rings located near the town of Swan Lake. Across from this facility there is also a 36-site campground, please visit www.recreation.gov for detailed information and reservations.