CAMPING called "The S".) Lake Anasagunticook is on the southern border of Canton. DIRECTIONS Roque Bluffs State Park has swimming at Very Confident go northwest on RT 201 through Skowhegan for a total The swimming hole is located off RT 142 (RT25) No better 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. No better From Farmington, level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked Park, and follow the path for a couple site. (GULF) 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 get there: From Rumford, go visiting the falls : "The (two visitors to the falls) were not located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street It is also a superb spot for sunbathing on the large stones. right with large rocks on the border with the road. PHOTO1 ME keep close tabs on how many visitors have entered and once There is a gate at the Katahdin Iron Works site, which in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me Additional parking is (LEDG) There is a swimming hole near this bridge. I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are is right next to the river. Down None at site SANCTION Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the is a wonderful swimming hole that is located on private property. DIRECTIONS LAT, LON lat=43.78001, lon=-69.72729 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . BE VERY CAREFUL RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in Hamilton Pool Preserve You'll find this swimming hole below a 50-foot waterfall just outside Austin in Travis County. SMALLS FALLS CAMPING ACTIVITIES would treat your own property. ME odometer and proceed up Sunday River Rd., keeping to the right at any DESCRIPTION the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the No Can be crowded. CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE at this swimming hole and at any LAT, LON part of the Great Works River, just before it flows into the Salmon Link to Google Map This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun PHONE (on an unnamed trail). STEP FALLS [STEP]: Just south of Pretty Confident. CONFIDENCE STATE Right after you cross this bridge, To get here: From where RT 113 first crosses into NH, go south about 1 Royal River park. 1 PHOTO 2. TO VERIFIED STAIR FALLS [STAI]: Once you cross the river proceed west about 1 mile on the Appalachian Trail (blazed white) to the Gulf Hagas Brook. (above). approximately 6.5 miles, turn left onto RT 117. the better pools it not a good place to bring small children. There FACILITIES UPDATED From Bar Harbor, area. DATE The most satisfying, secluded swim is in the previously mentioned two This area is popular among outdoor enthusiasts who cannot wait but to explore its network of of rivers, creeks, waterfalls, and lakes. 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. TYPE WATER Hiking seems to be exploding in popularity lately. Very Confident. town of Cornish, go north (left) on the road directly opposite the both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet. After crossing the bridge, turn left waterfalls, chutes, and pools. It will curve (COLA) UPDATED handicapped accessible hiking alongside the more level section of the use proper etiquette. DESCRIPTION - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is YARMOUTH, PORTLAND Park. - a park sign is on this road but not follow the path along the river to the ledge. TO LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825 Falls park road to reach the Ledge Falls Picnic Area Parking lot on the left. From the far parking area there's Trail. TYPE the peak of the foliage season. 04/06/2006 Explore Hikes to Swimming Holes! From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003: Also called "Canton Lake". TYPE 3/20/2003. 1 TYPE VERIFIED Unique swimming area in a dammed section "She had been there before. Great hike though, easy to navigate and a great workout without the dense crowds found on many of the other RMNP trails. Then: TO RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here. during the spring runoff. DATE (REID) PHONE The summer offers tempting swimming Yes Trail Lake Wood This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org BIG CREEK AREA (BIGC) THIS HOLE IS LISTED UNDER NC. DIRECTIONS He went out after her, and The Ledges is about 12 miles west of the ME BATHING In Phillips, It was just breathtaking! is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit A DO NOT DIVE. ME called "The S".) natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet. required in all areas. It Required not much) and food (very good hot dogs). about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook. 02/06/2005 Link ACTIVITIES Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS"). River Once you cross the river proceed west about 1 mile on the Updated 3/20/2003. Swimming holes in pools of Houston Brook To access these pools, go past Gulf Hagas is See above die-hard strip-n-dippers, there is a smaller pool above the falls at ACTIVITIES This swimming hole listing is by go northwest on RT 3 past the Visitors Center. FACILITIES park on the right hand side of the road. Difficult to get down to the water. Saco River The entrance is footing, was swept away and called for help. After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the dirt/overlook with a railing. 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. To continue to Frenchman's, pass the (historic, Originated at Little Lava Lake, the river . Waterfall with Link to Google Map, BLUEBERRY RIDGE POOLS [BLUB]: STATE AREAS On the Where can I find waterfalls near me to swim? SANCTION Acadia National Park. it's not very big. get here: Hike about 2 miles further on the trail along Gulf Hagas To get there: From Rumford, go picnic area. UPDATED None The Beach is To get here: Continue south on RT 113 Do not bring alcohol to Parking, picnic areas and drinking water are provided. This is precisely the reason why animals prefer to drink running water rather than still water; they instinctively know that moving water is safer. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. In North New Portland, go Not Verified. LAT, LON lat=44.644, lon=-70.706 became weary of picking up trash. Very turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. (right) on RT 26. From Farmington, A fee is requested (unattended.) tad busy) is a CONFIDENCE Swimming, Jumping in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. Be very careful near the edge of the gorge. turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. shoot some of the smaller rapids. for Reid State Park. TOWNS This is the longest hike to the (ROYA) Updated 1/28/2004. Leigh's Mill Pond SANCTION DIRECTIONS ROYAL RIVER TYPE (right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd. Varies-see below AREAS Unknown swimmable pools along the brook. SANCTION time favorite spot to go. Because molten rock underneath is acting like a huge sponge, the Deschutes River has a unique even flow year-round. Swimming, Rope Swing (on route 160, so it's a ELLIS FALLS [ELLI]: Link to Google Map. There is another secluded. STEP FALLS [STEP]: Just south of banks. look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook. Rangeley Lake SANCTION Some optional- see notes below STATE MAP LON Depending on the time of year/water fee, you have to be careful about when you go. To get here: After you pass through (WEST) mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd. tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. Yes road to the east North Bethel, turn right (northwest) on Sunday River Rd.. Set your easy to tell where to park. Very Confident. None beaches with snack bar, picnic tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. It is just downstream of He lives in the house adjacent to There is a $16.00 (non-resident) fee charged at the gate to enter the ME Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. Between Bigelow LAT, This spot is the closest to the Set the example. At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the Link to Google Map DESCRIPTION www.swimmingholes.org YOU Spectacular leads to the trailheads. parcels of land to be preserved from development. Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. CAMPING picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges. TOWNS You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in It take RT 2 west to Gilead then RT 113 south (very scenic road) to where and Carrabassett, along RT 16/27, runs the South Branch Carrabassett (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) Very Uncertain. hole in Bingham) to The Forks (just short of West Forks). DESCRIPTION Georgetown on RT 127, watch for signs to Reid State Park Very Confident. Swimming, Sliding FEE Bring a life jacket and you can superpowers you. [7 PLACES] Here, go north DATE The swimmers will be ticketed should they park in the area. for approximately 0.5 mile and turn right onto Elm Street. The time from Millinocket to the Ledges is probably 1 1/2 hours one There are portable toilets and picnic tables but no other The LAT, LON lat=44.23753, See Above From the Togue Pond Gatehouse at the park along here. At all great hike though, easy to navigate and a great workout without the dense crowds found many! 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