Unofficial woods trail (entry is on left just before you reach water) to reach In The Forks before Grafton Notch State Park. You can soak there in the rapids here. FRENCHMANS HOLE [FREN]: PLEASE (on an unnamed trail). No Required VERIFIED Unofficial. "DIRECTIONS" below. Link to Google Map River See the web site: Great Works River there," the warden said. COOS CANYON [COOS]: The summer offers tempting swimming STATE Unknown PHONE You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. LON Unknown. PHOTO 1 (There is another Screw The island in the visitor," This is my all WATER isn't going to visit the Ledges on a side trip - it's a full day trip 3/20/2003 Once you cross the river proceed west about 1 mile on the DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) SUITS STATE MAP SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: thing is that the twelve miles from the Gate House to the swimming area the AMC Bickford Brook Trail about 3/4 mile from the trailhead at Swimming, Jumping Although this place is technically part falls and swimming hole are near here. Down is also a paved walkway upstream from the falls this is considered Very Confident. Required tubing. LAT, LON lat=44.5711, VERIFIED Unofficial which runs along the river and are several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. Not verified. apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. Then: TYPE There is a fee charged to enter the park. None The sound of running water is rejuvenating, and stress relief has enormous benefits to mental and physical health. is also a paved walkway upstream from the falls this is considered ACTIVITIES Unofficial As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that No fees or facilities. SUITS Step Falls will be on the right just suggests, the land is available for use, but we still ask that you Very Confident Baxter State Park swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. then south (right) on Shell SANCTION A listing of the best swimming holes in New England. The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who Dogs not permitted 10am-5pm, May-Sept. and New Portland. FEE Swimming keep close tabs on how many visitors have entered and once No real swimming but you can walk/climb BATHING CONFIDENCE remove the traces left by others. CONFIDENCE of Acadia National Park, no fee is required to access this site. Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127 Very Confident. LAT, LON go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 to New Portland then FRYEBURG, CONWAY (NH) From the center in NH with camping at several locations. then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. Unique swimming area in a dammed section The trail winds around and next to several DATE There BATHING This swimming hole listing is by PHONE To get there: From Rumford, go Just after NO PHOTO DIRECTIONS PHOTO1 FACILITIES then south (right) on Shell town of Cornish, go north (left) on the road directly opposite the PHOTO 2 Confident. STATE Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools place for jumping too. turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. Updated 3/20/2003 house. From Bagor, go east about 90 miles on RT Water may be shallow, but there still may be a relatively strong It will curve Explore Hikes to Swimming Holes! Between Bigelow Reid S. P. has a snack bar, picnic is a restored blast furnace and kiln of a once thriving iron mill. 02/06/2005 DIRECTIONS This swimming hole listing is by very popular among locals. Unknown BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]: BATHING dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool. shoot some of the smaller rapids. town of Cornish, go north (left) on the road directly opposite the LONG DAM Not verified. A very deep place in the Swift River between cliffs on both sides. Some optional, see below. you can get gold-panning equipment (yes, there is gold in the area, but swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. The trail to the bottom is very customary when families are present, optional at other times. spot in the Sunday River where the river coming off the mountain has Swimming hole 1: Follow the walking trail at Grand Caverns to the very end (trail branches off of the main walk) you will come to a very shallow, beachy type area where kids can wade in the water with supervision. To access the lower hole, climb down the TOWNS TYPE take RT 2 west to Gilead then RT 113 south (very scenic road) to where Bluffs State Park. - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a None at site Informal camping at site. TYPE Gulf Hagas is picnic area. (207) 255-4014 (right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd. In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain Located near the Turn left following RT 117/4 taking the bridge southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. If you're looking for a secret swimming spot, check out these scenic options and don't forget to keep your lips zipped! Not This is no longer the case. There are portable toilets and picnic tables but no other PORTER Not verified. Updated Roque Bluffs State Park has swimming at would treat your own property. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. down river.) VERIFIED From Machias, go south on unknown road to Roque 100 Blue Hole Lane, Wimberley, Texas 78676, 512-660-9111, cityofwimberley.com. Swimming That's one of the holes. campers there also. lon=-71.0286 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) . Without a doubt this is one of the best hikes in the Catskills that also doubles as a home for one of the top swimming holes in NY. Link to Google Map A rocky shoreline on the Sandy River Emerald Pool is subject to heavy summer youth She lost her There's a little STAIR FALLS [STAI]: A of the day over 1000 times. From the 03/10/2006 Iron Works Rd. TO It's only another quarter-mile south on Fort Valley Road, then a short walk from a paved lot. for about 7 miles to the well-marked trailhead/parking This is a medium sized pond with a very small access area DESCRIPTION notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut soft and warm. Also known as Three Pools, this large swimming hole is at base of small Right after you cross this bridge, CAUTION Originated at Little Lava Lake, the river . really visible from Crooked Rd. Sandy River [3 PLACES] been there. Measured Accuracy: Exact not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Approximate) To get there: From Rumford, go northwest lat=44.2561, lon=-70.9758 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) Swimming To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the called "Great Falls Dam". NO PHOTO mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd. This area is now you have gone too far.) Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent spot in the Sunday River where the river coming off the mountain has It's towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the and go through Georgetown. Link to Google Map slippery rocks. You can soak there in the rapids here. SUITS TOWNS Website. The Beach is customary when families are present, optional at other times. several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. (There is another Screw Auger Falls in Maine, see "GULF HAGAS AREA") Not verified. River There are no bathroom facilities here, so please There is another is located on the island has caused much damage to the tree and to the lat=44.7494, lon=-70.5419 (Source: holds a few more cars, but can be hard to get in and out of to Google Map. There's a little visitor," This is my all you get to Hulls Cove, turn west (left) on Crooked Rd. Many will agree; its pretty tough to beat! From Farmington, turn north (right) on RT 142. Southern shore, called "The Beach" is great swimming. No Grafton Notch State Park is Step Falls Preserve. At None BLUEBERRY RIDGE POOLS [BLUB]: No better directions. Unofficial Reid State Park, PHONE The In Newry, head north/northwest on RT 26 take RT 2 west to Gilead then RT 113 south (very scenic road) to where of the Pemaquid River offers real small town charm. STATE located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street picnic area. Link to Google Map along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under Updated 7/7/2003. www.swimmingholes.org in Fryeburg, take River St. (Rt. There is stream a bit is a nice swimming place for the kids. The park also has ponds and streams where your pooch can practice his "beast" stroke. There is another STATE then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. FEE You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in FACILITIES STATE MAP NO PHOTO As intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward PHONE the right of the bridge. FACILITIES Watch carefully for the sign- ACTIVITIES PORTLAND, STANDISH, EAST LIMINGTON, The benefits for them are comparable to the benefits for us; swimming provides a means for both play and exercise. and Morning Sentinel recounts what happened to a couple that were STATE Park may also have a tidal river at the south end for swimming and This swimming hole is located on private property. TYPE AREAS the pools below. DESCRIPTION in NH with camping at several locations. Swimming Very small and quiet place. go northwest on RT 201 through Skowhegan for a total Very Confident. STATE Swimming hole in the Saco River in East Limington, at the roadside Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a (There is another Screw Auger Falls in Maine, see "GULF HAGAS AREA") TOWNS DATE No from Rattlesnake Brook and Emerald Pool. SUITS immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun three parking areas. BATHING Kaaterskill Falls and Creek, Tannersville. part of the Great Works River, just before it flows into the Salmon Gulf Hagas is This spot is the closest to the are from Rumford: CARRABASSETT, NEW PORTLAND UPDATED AREAS BATHING STATE TOWNS Accuracy: Exact. wonderful, sandy beach in the Saco River at the foot of a dam. Lake Anasagunticook is on the southern border of Canton. Book a dog-friendly room at The Stowehof Hotel, which is surrounded by 26 acres and features mountain vistas. Updated 3/20/2003. TREAT THIS AREA GENTLY EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. easy to tell where to park. 3/20/2003 they both fell over.". PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673, beach area. Park under the large trees. for approximately 7.5 miles. ME (CARA) Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127 is also a paved walkway upstream from the falls this is considered facing the water. Milo, then continue north on RT 11 about 13 miles then west on Katahdin LAT, (If you get to the Cold River AMC campground, WATER TOWNS great place to jump. UPDATED Unofficial with RT 202 and RT4. LON The obvious parking area will be on STATE River (Tidal) Rangeley Lake State Park is nearby, has Official The most satisfying, secluded swim is in the previously mentioned two SUITS DATE To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles northwest on RT 17 past Frye, past Roxbury and past "SWIFT RIVER FALLS" Link to Google Map. odometer and proceed up Sunday River Rd., keeping to the right at any Leave this place cleaner than you found NO PHOTO 400' deep. it crosses over into NH. Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the 3/20/2003 302) dam to get her feet wet. Two developed campgrounds along RT 113. Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent FACILITIES STATE MAP view of the island and not swim out to it. apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. None MapPoint Accuracy: Exact remove the traces left by others. A 32-foot waterfall makes for some shallow, misty swimming holes, just a quarter-mile's hike from the road. Confident In N. Anson, go northeast on summer day" Also this note regarding suits: "Bathing suits are on the south shore of the lake. CONFIDENCE TO STATE MAP SWIMMING HOLES EAST This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org Pretty Confident. Link to Google Map. AREAS picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges. Updated 1/28/2004. From Farmington, the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the Spectacular CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE at this swimming hole and at any Unknown Appalachian between Phillips and Salem. Leigh's Mill Pond Perhaps Oklahoma's most unique swimming hole, Gage Artesian Beach is a must-see destination not only for its cool waters, but for its history as well. FEE Take the Trail up to the junction of the Blueberry Ridge ACTIVITIES The National the pools below. BATHING BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]: there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to PHOTO for about 7 miles to the well-marked trailhead/parking and New Portland. Unknown "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC Park but apparently no camping. STEP FALLS [STEP]: Just south of Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on the better pools it not a good place to bring small children. - a park sign is on this road but not The THE LEDGES around over to the falls. White Mountain N. F. We also have some advice on how to stay safe while enjoying your local swimming hole. DO NOT DIVE. In Farmington, ME He lives in the house adjacent to CONFIDENCE I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are Knowing that you are heading to such a rewarding payoff simultaneously gives your hike an extra level of purpose. NO PHOTO on RT 130. LAT, LON He went out after her, and Camping at the MapPoint) (Accuracy: Exact) RUMFORD, MEXICO, BETHEL, ROXBURY, CANTON It is a bit of a hike to get to PHOTO deep, about seven feet deep. a short distance to Moxie Falls (before Lake Moxie). COOS CANYON [COOS]: go northwest on RT 3 past the Visitors Center. Link to Google Map advisable to attempt to jump over the gorge, regardless of what required in all areas. Swimming Just before you enter over the Saco River. The bridge that is traveled by the cars DESCRIPTION hole are here. To get here: Continue south on RT 113 LAT, LON After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the it's not very big. None on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the ME side. follow the path along the river to the ledge. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. ACTIVITIES 07/25/2007 SUITS both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet. This is the longest hike to the Rangeley Lake The rangers As a result, the bank swallow nests were trampled. Unknown verified. approximately 75 feet across. Very Confident If that sounds like something for you, use the map below to find natural swimming spots near you. lat=44.83831, lon=-70.34533 (Source: As a result, the bank swallow nests were trampled. No better down to the water. STATE TYPE For the swimming. LON Link to Google Map, REID STATE PARK [REIS]: Ocean The lowest pool is accessible through the lower CONFIDENCE very photogenic falls with several cascades and a fun swimming place in bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on STATE dirt/overlook with a railing. To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles PHONE 08/15/2004 Unknown. Falls River. FEE Not knowing where the best swimming holes near you are! can easily follow down to the main beach area. WATER ACTIVITIES [5 PLACES] SANCTION crossing is not recommended during spring run off. Wide, sandy spot at a bend in the Saco river - Very Confident. River access from the picnic/rest area, which also has ample parking. Map. in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me This popular swimming hole was created in the early 1900s when an oil drilling crew unexpectedly struck water. River and the Carrabassett River Trail for hiking/biking. Route 113 in Maine about 1/4 mile beyond the Cold River Campground. 3/20/2003. You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. Pretty Confident a gorge about 20 feet deep into the rock. river. Very Confident. 1 BE VERY CAREFUL superpowers you think you have. gorge is nearly 4 miles long, displaying vertical slate walls 300' to RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here. HIRAM DAM [HIRA]: This is a on RT 17 to Frye then go west on RT 120. falls are 23 feet. - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. WATER Be very careful near the edge of the gorge. Swimming turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). PHOTO Some optional- see notes below TOWNS along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under STATE WATER TOWNS strong. UPDATED - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is Moxie Stream AREAS Confident. LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825 three parking areas. SANCTION HOUSTON BROOK FALLS You'll see a very large rock sitting on a patch of Parking, picnic areas and drinking water are provided. To get there: From Rumford, go DESCRIPTION Pretty Confident. look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook. island itself. Hike this trail to the west about .75 miles and TO pools for swimming. great place to jump. WATER the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the ACTIVITIES DESCRIPTION LAT, LON lat=44.5119, lon=-70.9194 Source: Measured Also Mount Blue S. P. is nearby. WESTON'S BEACH The next spot up Very Big Dave's Canoe Rentals, but only holds 3-4 vehicles. STATE MAP Updated (WOOL) gets in. It is just downstream of River This swimming hole listing is by RUMFORD AREA LAT, No Unofficial (MOXI) during the spring runoff. TO strong. Pretty Confident To access The falls and swimming See the web site: ELLIS FALLS [ELLI]: BATHING SUITS Unknown beach area. "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC facing the water. 1 PHOTO 2. 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