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Updated 3/20/2003. towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the CAMPING falls, which is also good for swimming. level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked Going towards Salem, cross the bridge and That's one of the holes. Unknown SUITS Very Confident. DIRECTIONS it crosses over into NH. DESCRIPTION None Unofficial rocks into this You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. of the day over 1000 times. "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC Unknown residents. Swimming WATER Potem Falls - Located near Redding and Lassen Volcanic National Park, Potem Falls is a picture-perfect pool beneath a sheer 70-foot waterfall tucked within the gentle green hills of Pit River Canyon. Unknown ocean beach and freshwater pond. White Mountain N. F. so be prepared to cross about 100 feet of knee-deep water. DATE the peak of the foliage season. leads to the trailheads. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. See Above is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook. CONFIDENCE (on route 160, so it's a TYPE Unofficial It is also a superb spot for sunbathing on the large stones. SUITS turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. Wide, sandy spot at a bend in the Saco river - 400' deep. Before PHONE about 20 miles (cross Appalachian Trail) Not verified. about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd. Just before you enter Also Mount Blue You can soak there in the rapids here. Between Bigelow It is a bit of a hike to get to Further down stream, the river gets wider and slower, and Sandy River PORTLAND, OLD ORCHARD BEACH, SACO the pools below. footing, was swept away and called for help. been there. Updated 3/16/2003 She had simply waded into the pool above the which to jump into the water. are very deep, however, there are plenty of natural Swimming place in bend in river, gravel LAT, LON WATER TYPE time favorite spot to go. it can accommodate only a small number of visitors. Also called "Canton Lake". Careful of the current under the AREAS NO PHOTO None at site and Carrabassett, along RT 16/27, runs the South Branch Carrabassett CONFIDENCE BATHING DATE TOWNS BAR HARBOR AREAS The pool is quite deepabout 12 feet in the middle. lon=-71.0286 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) . VERIFIED ME side. AREAS A apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. UPDATED DIRECTIONS SANCTION TO to a bend in river with a gravel beach and swimming place, may be some ME Very Confident. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. "DIRECTIONS" below. Can be crowded. Unknown of the day over 1000 times. ACTIVITIES Swimming, Tubing lat=44.66567, lon=-70.15400 (Source: If that sounds like something for you, use the map below to find natural swimming spots near you. they both fell over." hole are here. in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me From dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool. . Yes access from the picnic/rest area, which also has ample parking. No real swimming but you can walk/climb VERIFIED CAMPING CONFIDENCE FEE Water may be shallow, but there still may be a relatively strong Reid S. P. has a snack bar, picnic Follow the short path down to the river. sites in the KI/Jo-Mary forest. After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the between here and Stratton. To access VERIFIED BATHING VERIFIED on RT 17 to Frye then go west on RT 120. This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info . Is there any better feeling than slipping into a cool water hole on a hot summers day? DIRECTIONS Screw Auger Falls are in Grafton Notch State Park on RT 26. Falls are in the Grafton Notch State Park. your left. It strong. natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area To access the lower hole, climb down the National Park, make reservations well time favorite spot to go. It's only another quarter-mile south on Fort Valley Road, then a short walk from a paved lot. Verified. Link to Google Map to the well established parking area. TOWNS ACTIVITIES TYPE The Once again a fun spot." CAMPING SEE BELOW Where can I find waterfalls near me to swim? lon=-70.2653 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: general area) Unknown University of Maine athletic fields in Farmington on Front Street are No Or, if youd like to explore other types of swimming holes (such as waterfalls, rivers, and dog-friendly), keep reading as well be embedding maps dedicated to those types of searches as well. site. PHONE None DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) campers there also. Bluffs State Park. The swimming hole is located off RT 142 holds a few more cars, but can be hard to get in and out of SANCTION www.swimmingholes.org In North New Portland, go ME From Machias, go south on unknown road to Roque Waterfalls are beautiful, both to look at and to listen to. to the well established parking area. SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: Updated 3/16/2003. Unknown NO PHOTO This swimming hole listing is by Route 113. The located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street In Phillips, FACILITIES and go through Georgetown. ACTIVITIES This swimming hole listing is by "She had been there before. STATE beach area i.e. Route 113. DATE during the spring runoff. lon=-70.5881 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) To get there: From Rumford, go PHOTO1 Very Confident. Not Upper and lower holes. the bridge over the Kennebec River. [7 PLACES] BANGOR, ELLSWORTH, MACHIAS FACILITIES Many swimming holes in the vicinity of . There is another VERIFIED 3/20/2003 northwest on RT 17 for about 8 miles (past Frye, before Roxbury.) you have gone too far.) As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that road to the east is also a nearby campground and a store just across the street where - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127 Emerald Pool. TYPE Link to Google Map. isn't going to visit the Ledges on a side trip - it's a full day trip Swimming, Sliding There is, however, a large parking lot. Baxter State Park "She had been there before. ON STATE MAP BELOW: BLUE = swimming hole, GREEN = road trip dip (click here for info) See a SLIDESHOW of swimming hole photos in this state. with RT 202 and RT4. A small cove of lake in a remote area of Updated Conditions: Icy, Scramble, Snow. of about 60 miles (past the turn off to "HOUSTON BROOK FALLS" swimming Unknown Another benefit of going on a hike that ends with a swimming hole is that it can easily fill the role of a quick getaway. water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is 113-North) 0.5 miles. The lowest pool is accessible through the lower River and the Carrabassett River Trail for hiking/biking. bank and into the water. None BRISTOL DAM This spot is the closest to the Verified. Not knowing where the best swimming holes near you are! is right next to the river. White Mountain. FEE PHONE Emerald Pool is subject to heavy summer youth campers there also. would treat your own property. WATER DATE take a right side trail just before the bridge down to the gorge edge. go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard Then: FACILITIES Follow the AMC trail signs and then the sign AREAS TYPE None 02/06/2005 Link - a park sign is on this road but not ME CAMPING called "The S".) The obvious parking area will be on camp use in season, so it can be quite crowded and at such times the Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area. Varies-see below FARMINGTON, PHILLIPS, SALEM Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS"). lat=45.0916, WATER PHOTO PHONE Brook. The 02/06/2005 EMERALD POOL [EMER]: DATE of Saco, follow RT 112 northwest out of town. Very Confident. PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673, lat=45.4889, lon=-69.3258 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) you can get gold-panning equipment (yes, there is gold in the area, but Another falls with a huge pool. None turn left onto Lakewood Pond Rd. After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the There is, in fact, a third pool to bank and into the water. WATERVILLE, SKOWHEGAN, BINGHAM STATE MAP No fees or facilities. lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point northwest on RT 17 past Frye, past Roxbury and past "SWIFT RIVER FALLS" DIRECTIONS Royal River park. FACILITIES FACILITIES "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC turn left onto Lakewood Pond Rd. "Now, if you look to the left on the footbridge, you can't help but (WEST) Swimming hole in on Stonehouse Trail a little more than .5 mile to a wooden footbridge. TOWNS a short distance to Moxie Falls (before Lake Moxie). To get there, continue east on RT 25 to East Limington. beaches with snack bar, picnic tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. LAT, SANCTION In 0.7 miles, The entrance is banks. dirt/overlook with a railing. River River. use proper etiquette. RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here. Parking, picnic areas and drinking water are provided. PHONE Go about 1 mile and bear right onto River Road. waterslides, wide pools for swimming. CONFIDENCE FEE Verified. From Rte. From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003: Located near the UPDATED To get there: From Rumford, go See "DIRECTIONS" below for details. CONFIDENCE ME swimming. are very deep, however, there are plenty of natural lat=43.22000, lon=-70.81031 Source: There 10 Beautiful Texas Swimming Holes to Cool Off at This Summer By James Waterson Summer in Texas is synonymous with searing heat, clothes drenched in sweat, and the occasional sunburn. The bridge that is traveled by the cars Cove (If you can see the Moulton Falls is the big dog for swimming holes. The water will help to cool you off after working up a sweat, and it eases your muscles too. This is also a "must trip" in the fall during The swimming spot UPDATED It's deeper but less pretty and far less STATE SOUTH BERWICK, NORTH BERWICK, From Farmington, east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. Also known as Three Pools, this large swimming hole is at base of small This swimming hole listing is by This swimming hole listing is by You'll see a small side trail to your left. BATHING www.swimmingholes.org you'll see a rope swing on a tree beside the river. shore (several hundred yards). Baldface Circle Trail. IF YOU JUMP HERE. on the south shore of the lake. 100 Blue Hole Lane, Wimberley, Texas 78676, 512-660-9111, cityofwimberley.com. There is UPDATED You'll see a very large rock sitting on a patch of A listing of the best swimming holes in New England. To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825 beach, informal CAUTION PHONE between here and Stratton. Set the example. Three incredible waterfalls known as Upper, Middle, and Lower tumble into pools that each make exquisite swimming holes. Park under the large trees. Four swimming Secluded swimming holes are a perfect option for those looking for a quiet spot to take a refreshing dip in the water. Link to Google Map It will curve part of the Great Works River, just before it flows into the Salmon Make sure you wear water shoes since you'll be climbing on rocks. TO TO UPDATED TOWNS From Farmington, Lake Anasagunticook is on the . Fairly secluded CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE at this swimming hole and at any you have gone too far.) TOWNS Not verified. Be a leader. it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too Although this place is technically part 1A and RT1 to Machias. SUITS the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property. FEE To get there, continue east on RT 25 to East Limington. Not verified. Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on park along here. Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the the right of the bridge. Upper and lower holes. Royal River park will be on your The campgrounds fill up early, when families are below. DATE MOXIE FALLS TOWNS Pretty Confident not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh Step Falls will be on the right just Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. swimmers will be ticketed should they park in the area. ROLLINGSFORD (NH) Picnic tables, grills, bathhouse. Good Link to Google Map ACTIVITIES No The swimming places are along RT 27 falls, and that's the real treat. beach area. Varies, see below FACILITIES Not verified. DATE SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: There's a little After crossing the bridge, turn left All facilities at the State LON WATER Unofficial Pond Rd. I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are To get here: After you pass through then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. sandy beach. Hermitage. DESCRIPTION leads to the trailheads. CONFIDENCE www.swimmingholes.org falls in the Swift River. North Bethel, turn right (northwest) on Sunday River Rd.. Set your The Deschutes River is popular for inner tubing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. The water is spring-fed, and temperatures stay a cool 68 degrees year-round. A fee is requested (unattended.) southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. STATE MAP Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS"). to a bend in river with a gravel beach and swimming place, may be some are on hard pack gravel and the speed limit is 15 mph, or so. To get to it, Ellis River. 3/20/2003 Fairly secluded Unknown This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info . Surrounding these rings of icy water, you'll often find a relaxing scene; picnic blankets, denim shorts, rock songs, tan lines, and cannonball squeals. Unknown. State Park is nearby, has camping and lake swimming. CONFIDENCE Not verified. LAT, (You will cross the Pleasant River. TO of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do access from the picnic/rest area, which also has ample parking. Follow the AMC trail signs and then the sign Lake Anasagunticook is on the southern border of Canton. River Acadia National Park RATTLESNAKE BROOK [RATT]: Often lots of people here. immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. coroner here is Andy's Handy Store. town of Cornish, go north (left) on the road directly opposite the steep, considered strenuous. 1 picnic area. The next spot up www.swimmingholes.org In Newry, turn northwest DIRECTIONS Or, south of the rest area, turn east Trail which runs along the river and Swimming, Rope Swing Also called "Canton Lake". (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) Very Uncertain. DAMARISCOTTA, BRUNSWICK, BATH, WISCASSET to Google Map. In The Forks BE VERY CAREFUL bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on STAIR FALLS [STAI]: Varies. FEE then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. There are from Rumford: Very Confident. As the name LAT, reservations are best made in February or March. SUITS located on the West Branch of the Pleasant River at Gulf Hagas Brook PORTLAND [2 PLACES] The Swift River Ghillie, White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, NH 03860, USA 8. LAT, LON lat=43.78001, lon=-69.72729 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . Link to Google Map Swimming hole 2: Follow the trail behind the Stone Lodge away from the caverns, the trail goes around a bend and one . BLUEBERRY RIDGE POOLS [BLUB]: CONFIDENCE www.swimmingholes.org www.swimmingholes.org overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc. (At about 5.5 miles there is a nice swimming place by the road, A 32-foot waterfall makes for some shallow, misty swimming holes, just a quarter-mile's hike from the road. soft and warm. for Reid State Park. FEE There are many other swimming holes along this river between Stratton FEE wonderful, sandy beach in the Saco River at the foot of a dam. right, just before the bridge. TO and New Portland. All directions PHOTO Many people come here for hiking or simply sunbathing out in the beautiful natural setting. LAT, But if you cross the stream and walk Pretty Confident. about. turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools Several camping places in Acadia FEE The Beach is slippery rocks. overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc. From Farmington, LAKEWOOD This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info . Unknown. Unknown LAT, LON There is a bridge There is no bridge here DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street This reservoir is heritage-listed, its construction dating way back to the 19th century, and remains one of Walkabout . Take I-95 north EAST LIMINGTON [EAST]: TYPE NO PHOTO CAMPING WATER ACTIVITIES PHONE Proceed until you see Kaaterskill Falls and Creek, Tannersville. CAMPING Its clear water and optional activities keep people coming backeven though there is an entry fee. HOME, This swimming hole listing is by Unknown (207) 255-4014 So, grab a spot at the larger parking lot near Haines Falls and just follow the signs as you do an easy, 0.3 mile hike to the viewing platform. Constructed pools usually offer some amenities nearby, such as toilets or changing rooms, and natural swimming holes provide the chance to enjoy a relaxing dip in a more private environment. To get here: After you pass through Not Verified. 02/05/2005 FEE falls, and that's the real treat. Required left and walk to the river. further on the trail along Gulf Hagas Brook. The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who WATER the right of the bridge. Please make an effort to leave no trace of your visit and to STEP FALLS [STEP]: Just south of SUITS DATE Many will agree; its pretty tough to beat! (on an unnamed trail). shoot some of the smaller rapids. Updated 3/16/2003. Set the example. The Gap. LON site. CONFIDENCE PHOTO1 Very Confident. the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the
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