Rafael Castro . right with large rocks on the border with the road.
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DIRECTIONS
Go over or under the railing and down the
SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRW]: A multi-level falls with several large
Link to Google Map
DESCRIPTION
Link to Google Map
Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on
FACILITIES
look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook.
SANCTION
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 to New Portland then
your left.
No better directions.
Link to Google Map
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There is a footpath leading
overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc.
Enoggera Dam, in the middle of The Gap's D'Aguilar National Park, is surrounded by lush green forest, allowing you to think you're escaping to nature while only having to travel 30-ish minutes west of Brisbane. Also called "Canton Lake".
South Branch Carrabassett River
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From the
be a touch warmer than other mountain streams because of the small
COOS CANYON [COOS]:
take RT 2 west to Gilead then RT 113 south (very scenic road) to where
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banks.
There are many primitive, secluded camp
and park at the trailhead for the
From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003:
STATE MAP
No fees or facilities. Additional parking is
are a number of swimming places along here. TO
An article in the Kennebec Journal
Additional parking is
At
about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook.
The water cascaded down moss covered
VERIFIED
PHOTO1
Where can I find dog-friendly swimming holes near me?
TYPE
UPDATED
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dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool. SANCTION
From Bar Harbor,
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard
FACILITIES
called "The S".)
SUITS
In N. Anson, go northeast on
time favorite spot to go. pond swimming hole near Reid State Park.
There's a water trampoline, grassed area, volleyball nets, stand-up paddleboard rentals, and snacks available from the Tiki Hut.
Fairly secluded
From the far parking area there's
of the day over 1000 times. Bathing suites are
PHONE
A wise message from a recent visitor states :" Besides
Get a glimpse of this secluded Massachusetts pond in a previous article. advisable to attempt to jump over the gorge, regardless of what
are from Rumford:
Very Confident
gets in.
STAIR FALLS [STAI]:
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FARMINGTON, PHILLIPS, SALEM
No
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Not
See the web site:
is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit
LONG DAM
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There are portable toilets and picnic tables but no other
LAT, LON lat=44.5711,
it crosses over into NH. Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F.
ROUTE 25 AREA
Waterfall with
You'll see a small side trail to your left. very popular among locals. CAMPING
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Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area.
Where can I find freshwater swimming holes near me? www.swimmingholes.org
VERIFIED
apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. The pools are located off
[3 PLACES]
Follow the AMC trail signs and then the sign
Parking, picnic areas and drinking water
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immediately onto Old Alfred Rd.
ACTIVITIES
Swimming hole in the Saco River in East Limington, at the roadside
they decide the parking lots are full, they shut the gate and no one
follow the path along the river to the ledge.
Updated 3/20/2003
Four swimming
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Although this place is technically part
AREAS
a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all.
PORTLAND, WOOLWICH, GEORGETOWN
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of about 60 miles (past the turn off to "HOUSTON BROOK FALLS" swimming
DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate)
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. Reid S. P. has a snack bar, picnic
Iron Works Rd.
A
towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the
In The Forks
Varies.
Iron Works Rd.
Follow RT 117 until it merges
The
No
spectacular gorge and is a highly recommend hiking trip. ACTIVITIES
Bingham (just south of Bingham), turn west (left) on RT 16 and cross
You can soak there in the rapids here.
3.
turn north (right) on a road (unknown name).
a gorge about 20 feet deep into the rock.
miles you may see some cars parked along the road. SUITS
of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do
This spot is the closest to the
STATE
Not verified. For details, see
A listing of the best swimming holes in New England. STATE NOTES & HIGHLIGHTS; ME: the trail to this beautiful spot passes through private property, but access is currently allowed to the general public (for now at least - please pick up trash left by others to keep it that way); this is a stunning pool, but it is small & very cold (we would only swim if the outdoor temperature is greater than . "Now, if you look to the left on the footbridge, you can't help but
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(GULF)
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CAMPING
Trail
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woods trail (entry is on left just before you reach water) to reach
BANGOR, ELLSWORTH, MACHIAS
Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on
and go through Georgetown. CONFIDENCE
falls, and that's the real treat. lon=-71.0286 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) .
the bridge.
PHONE
400' deep. is a wonderful swimming hole that is located on private property.
Okay, you caught us: technically, this swimming hole is .
Just before you enter
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At
Hamilton Pool Preserve You'll find this swimming hole below a 50-foot waterfall just outside Austin in Travis County. CARRABASSETT AREA
is a wonderful swimming hole that is located on private property.
river that feeds it. Official
for about 7 miles to the well-marked trailhead/parking
Just after
information. 07/06/2010
DATE
The over use of the rope swing that you may see on the tree that
DATE
Park under the large trees. Saco River
VERIFIED
level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked
PHOTO1 Very Confident.
After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the
PHOTO
Link to Google Map
You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. SANCTION
happy reader reports : We've
Siouxon Creek, Portland, Oregon. DIRECTIONS
tad busy) is a
EAST LIMINGTON [EAST]:
camp use in season, so it can be quite crowded and at such times the
DATE
From Farmington,
about.
down river.) This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun
Upper Spectacle Pond, Richmond Pretty Confident.
became weary of picking up trash. The Beach is
Swimming hole 2: Follow the trail behind the Stone Lodge away from the caverns, the trail goes around a bend and one .
between here and Stratton.
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Located in the beautiful Beartown State Forest, the pond is surrounded by hiking trails and wild blueberry bushes. CHARLES POND [CHAR]: Fresh-water
center of the pond has a very fragile shoreline and at certain times of
the right side of RT 127.
landscape in any way. STATE
To access the lower hole, climb down the
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CAMPING
approximately 75 feet across.
PHOTO 1 (There is another Screw
MOXIE FALLS
STATE MAP
1
TYPE
Swimming hole in
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dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool.
Before
The water will help to cool you off after working up a sweat, and it eases your muscles too. Link to Google Map
To get here: Continue south on RT 113
STAIR FALLS [STAI]:
FACILITIES
turn north (right) on RT 142. No
You'll see a small side trail to your left. Just after
See Above
PORTER [PORT]:
Then:
Updated
Park Service has recently purchased the gorge and adjacent lands. on RT 17 to Frye then go west on RT 120.
located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street
Varies, see below
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Inc. which appears to be a logging and land management firm. footing, was swept away and called for help.
river that feeds it.
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River
about 10 miles, toward Madrid. Pretty Confident. DATE
pond on your left. Swimming, Tubing
Pretty Confident
hole are here.
From the far parking area there's
River
it crosses over into NH.
To access
Pond Rd. Also called "Canton Lake". the peak of the foliage season.
Pretty Confident
DESCRIPTION
Link to Google Map
Updated 3/16/2003
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Falls River. Big Dave's Canoe Rentals, but only holds 3-4 vehicles. ME
STATE MAP
soft and warm. reservations are best made in February or March. to see the home page and learn about swimming holes in other states, See a SLIDESHOW of
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Varies, see below
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It's pretty
To perform a Swimming Holes Near Me search, click the button on the map above to see any/all of the swimming holes near you.
To continue to Frenchman's, pass the (historic,
sites in the KI/Jo-Mary forest.
the peak of the foliage season. beach area i.e.
Toilets, Trash Cans
Lake Anasagunticook is on the southern border of Canton. beach area.
ROQUE BLUFFS STATE PARK
The over use of the rope swing that you may see on the tree that
None
Not verified. Pretty Confident
No
It is a bit of a hike to get to
is a restored blast furnace and kiln of a once thriving iron mill.
Gulf Hagas Gorge
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3/20/2003
Not verified. your left. lon=-70.2653 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: general area)
local police strictly enforce these parking regulations.
Houston Brook
The National
BATHING
She had simply waded into the pool above the
07/25/2007
See the web site:
die-hard strip-n-dippers, there is a smaller pool above the falls at
it when you arrived.
Not verified. This is the only swimming hole in Missouri featuring pink granite shut-ins.
(right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd. they both fell over.".
Good
Not verified. lat=45.93766, lon=-69.04071 (Source:
Wide, sandy spot at a bend in the Saco river -
TYPE
ACTIVITIES
LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825
The trail winds around and next to several
To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles
it can accommodate only a small number of visitors. Cross the bridges and take the first right turn. This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info .
PHOTO1
Link to Google Map
(right) on RT 26. TOWNS
Good
along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
From South Berwick, take RT 236 south about 1 mile then turn
I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are
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.
She lost her
This website uses cookies to improve your experience. tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. Parking, picnic areas and drinking water are provided. 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.
approximately 6.5 miles, turn left onto RT 117.
PHOTOS BELOW
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PHOTO 2 Confident. A very deep place in the Swift River between cliffs on both sides. flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get
available in the adjacent field if necessary. The most satisfying, secluded swim is in the previously mentioned two
None of the pools here
Saco river
BATHING
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coroner here is Andy's Handy Store.
Not verified.
both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet. Very Confident
dam to get her feet wet. VERIFIED
(At about 5.5 miles there is a nice swimming place by the road,
From Farmington,
to Google Map
Park at the lot near the Pleasant Ridge Transfer Station and follow the trail to the left of the gate. left and walk to the river.
Updated 3/20/2003.
Upper and lower holes. river.
use proper etiquette. STATE
BATHING
The Swift River is an extremely popular place, with multiple swimming holes with easy access off the Kancamagus Highway.
Go 3
use proper etiquette. Ossipee River & Saco River
DESCRIPTION
www.swimmingholes.org
can easily follow down to the main beach area. 3/20/2003
of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do
the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property. This from a frequent
BATHING
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.
southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry.
HOUSTON BROOK FALLS
out of Portland to RT 1.
SUITS
To access the lower hole, climb down the
You can start your trip at Farewell Bend Park and float downstream to Drake Park in the Bend's downtown.
To get there: From Rumford, go
hundred yards.
swimmable pools along the brook.
STATE
Saco River heading east from the NH/ME border toward Portland.
level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked
There is a wealth of research available that shows how being in nature has a positive impact on our minds and bodies.
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The sound of running water is rejuvenating, and stress relief has enormous benefits to mental and physical health.
CONFIDENCE
PHOTO
are from Rumford:
There is, in fact, a third pool to
VERIFIED
To get here: From where RT 113 first crosses into NH, go south about 1
VERIFIED
Swimming
www.swimmingholes.org
DATE
FEE
Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area.
WATER
(WEST)
Bring a life jacket and you can
LAT,
water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is
Very
site.
Spectacular
leads to the trailheads. Its understandable that the fewer people that know about a swimming hole, the fewer people you will have to share that swimming hole with.
TYPE
UPDATED
go northwest on RT 201 through Skowhegan for a total
Link to Google Map
FEE
thing is that the twelve miles from the Gate House to the swimming area
There is no bridge here
southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles through Newry to North Bethel. Rumford and Mexico.
NONE.this is
Its something almost anyone can do, and another bonus is that its free!
swimming. Southern shore, called "The Beach" is great
FEE
northwest on RT 17 past Frye, past Roxbury and past "SWIFT RIVER FALLS"
Turn left following RT 117/4 taking the bridge
In Newry, head north/northwest on RT 26
swimming hole is right on the highway, "you can't miss
To get there: From Rumford, go
ME
are provided.
The swimming hole is located off RT 142
Verified.
From Farmington,
really visible from Crooked Rd. Can be crowded.
Do not litter.
River and the Carrabassett River Trail for hiking/biking. "She had been there before.
Unknown.
At
One is almost directly across from a place called
BATHING
To get here: From where RT 113 first crosses into NH, go south about 1
Best Swimming Holes near Eugene The Eugene area includes the southern part of the Willamette Valley, the west side of the Cascade Mountains, and the coastal region. This area is now
The falls are particularly spectacular
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This is perfect for keeping our dogs physically and mentally healthy. FEE
place for jumping too. The swimming spot
Unknown. notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut
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Emerald that, although not secluded, is traditionally the place to go
It's
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Some optional- see notes below
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remember that you are a guest here and to treat this land like you
SUITS
River
UPDATED
isn't going to visit the Ledges on a side trip - it's a full day trip
Also Mount Blue
lon=-69.7238 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . TO
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on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the ME side.
There
In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain
Varies, see below
TOWNS
WATERVILLE, SKOWHEGAN, WEST
From Waterville,
Swimming in the
about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd.
DATE
(right) on RT 26.
No
Bristol Dam swimming area.
TO
Southern shore, called "The Beach" is great
From the deserts of El Paso to the pine forests of East Texas, this season can be a doozy if you find yourself more than a few feet away from an air conditioning vent. From Farmington,
along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
are very deep, however, there are plenty of natural
ME
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