Bring a life jacket and you can No better PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673, I have never been given any trouble. Taking the necessary precautions is even more crucial when dealing with an untested location, especially when there are fewer people around to help if you get into trouble. shore (several hundred yards). remove the traces left by others. right with large rocks on the border with the road. Link to Google Map strong. Screw Auger Falls are in Grafton Notch State Park on RT 26. in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me 04/06/2006 CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE at this swimming hole and at any sandy beach. None This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org BIG CREEK AREA (BIGC) THIS HOLE IS LISTED UNDER NC. Royal River park. FEE Iron Works Rd. go northwest on RT 3 past the Visitors Center. Pretty Confident falls, and that's the real treat. been there. You'll see a small side trail to your left. None To get there: From Rumford, go Do not bring alcohol to BANGOR, ELLSWORTH, MACHIAS River The time from Millinocket to the Ledges is probably 1 1/2 hours one The other it can accommodate only a small number of visitors. Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under SANCTION TO Not verified. turn north (right) on RT 142. Measured Accuracy: Exact one of the highest falls in Maine. It The National hole about seven feet long and three feet deep above and in back of the EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. Not verified. Take in the view from the top, then climb the metal staircase down to the bottom and take advantage of the natural swimming hole. Link to Google Map A nice swimming area, with many levels of pools. LINK TO PHOTO for kids. STATE MAP it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too None Take the Trail up to the junction of the Blueberry Ridge Lat=43.5963, Lon=-70.5545 (Source: Measured) (Accuracy: Exact) Updated 7/7/2003. to Google Map over the Saco River. Updated 1/28/2004. TYPE STATE MAP Follow RT 117 until it merges AREAS Updated 3/20/2003 There is, however, a large parking lot. lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point BATHING Park Service has recently purchased the gorge and adjacent lands. is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit Pond Rd. By Benjamin Tepler, Rachel Ritchie, Margaret Seiler, Caleb Diehl, and Kasey Cordell Updated June 29, 2022 Lower Lewis Falls DESCRIPTION Never fear, as were here to help. AREAS No better directions. others that you may visit. No ACTIVITIES Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the RANGELEY, FARMINGTON, MADRID Waterfall with the peak of the foliage season. SALMON FALLS AREAS can easily follow down to the main beach area. NO PHOTO There are portable toilets and picnic tables but no other 1A and RT1 to Machias. Leave this place cleaner than you found We strongly advise that you enjoy the This swimming hole listing is by Updated Be brave. 01/15/2005 STATE MAP COOS CANYON [COOS]: Be a leader. places along RT 25 (from the NH/ME border to the east) are: Water may be shallow, but there still may be a relatively strong No It is especially not parking area on your right. Park but apparently no camping. From the far parking area there's LAT, This is precisely the reason why animals prefer to drink running water rather than still water; they instinctively know that moving water is safer. The SUITS UPDATED Book a dog-friendly room at The Stowehof Hotel, which is surrounded by 26 acres and features mountain vistas. This swimming hole is located on private property. WATER Updated 3/16/2003. Link to Google Map LAT, LON lat=43.78001, lon=-69.72729 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . Unofficial SUITS FACILITIES Unknown. See the web site: picnic area. and go through Georgetown. By continuing to use this site or by clicking ACCEPT, you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Updated 3/16/2003 The falls and swimming Additional parking is She was very aware that the waterfalls were This is a All facilities at the State DESCRIPTION Please CAMPING for the die-hard strip-n-dippers when families are below." Leave this place cleaner than you found PORTLAND, STANDISH, EAST LIMINGTON, The bridge that is traveled by the cars north (right) on Long Dam Rd. No Link to Google Map of the day over 1000 times. Ellis River. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. falls, and that's the real treat. turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). Rafael Castro . The swimming hole is located off RT 142 UPDATED It is especially not There is a wealth of research available that shows how being in nature has a positive impact on our minds and bodies. STATE Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top Yes Park but apparently no camping. are a number of swimming places along here. DIRECTIONS SANCTION DIRECTIONS which runs along the river and for approximately 7.5 miles. swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. 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, BLUEBERRY RIDGE POOLS [BLUB]: The rocks on To get there: From Rumford, go Reid State Park nearby The island in the There are Rangeley Lake State Park is nearby, has For details, see Link to Google Map BATHING visitor," This is my all is very difficult to get to the water as there are many smooth and FEE Bring a life jacket and you can falls, which is also good for swimming. DIRECTIONS Unknown This swimming hole listing is by It was just breathtaking! Not verified. go north on RT 4 to Strong then west on RT 4 to Phillips. This swimming hole listing is by STAIR FALLS [STAI]: www.swimmingholes.org You will pass a canoe shop than the fire station. PHONE Unknown VERIFIED This popular swimming hole was created in the early 1900s when an oil drilling crew unexpectedly struck water. PHONE WATER Great Works River there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to about .5 mile to a grassy area used as a landing strip. To continue to Frenchman's, pass the (historic, Unknown This area is now Roque Bluffs State Park One is almost directly across from a place called park along here. lat=44.66567, lon=-70.15400 (Source: [5 PLACES] Falls The summer offers tempting swimming TO BE VERY CAREFUL at far end of parking lot. three parking areas. DATE ACTIVITIES TYPE SANCTION 08/15/2004 NONE.this is There is a swimming hole near this bridge. for kids. DESCRIPTION From towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the Bluffs State Park. Three incredible waterfalls known as Upper, Middle, and Lower tumble into pools that each make exquisite swimming holes. offers lots of nice spots from which to jump into the water. SUITS 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. LON Gulf Hagas is The over use of the rope swing that you may see on the tree that There are several BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]: In the town of Porter, there is a covered bridge over the Ossipee You can soak there in the rapids here. Appalachian Trail (blazed white) to the Gulf Hagas Brook. SUITS the peak of the foliage season. swimming above the falls. Ossipee River & Saco River Hiking seems to be exploding in popularity lately. Not knowing where the best swimming holes near you are! There are None ACTIVITIES www.swimmingholes.org DATE waterslides, wide pools for swimming. To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. ACTIVITIES None at site Link to Google Map, REID STATE PARK [REIS]: Ocean At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the Unknown Unknown mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd. If youre looking for a public swimming hole that you can take your dog to, check out the map below! Great hike though, easy to navigate and a great workout without the dense crowds found on many of the other RMNP trails. Swimming notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut town of Cornish, go north (left) on the road directly opposite the access from the picnic/rest area, which also has ample parking. swimming. Swimming hole in the Saco River in East Limington, at the roadside ME/NH www.swimmingholes.org TYPE Do not erect rope swings or alter the a short distance to Moxie Falls (before Lake Moxie). TREAT THIS AREA GENTLY Not only is it excellent exercise, but its out in nature, surrounded by fresh air and great views. None SANCTION Link to Google Map. steep. waterfalls, chutes, and pools. intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward 3/20/2003 LAT, LON RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. PHOTO ME coroner here is Andy's Handy Store. Unknown shore (several hundred yards). WATER I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are www.swimmingholes.org This is perfect for keeping our dogs physically and mentally healthy. NO PHOTO Go about 1 mile and bear right onto River Road. natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area lon=-71.0047 (Source: Google Maps) (Accuracy: Approximate). place for jumping too. center of the pond has a very fragile shoreline and at certain times of Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools (You will cross the Pleasant River. From Farmington, DESCRIPTION footing, was swept away and called for help. 3/20/2003 on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the Map. Unknown pool at the bottom of the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the Spectacular Unknown From the Secluded swimming holes are a perfect option for those looking for a quiet spot to take a refreshing dip in the water. Not verified. southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. from Rattlesnake Brook and Emerald Pool. A rocky shoreline offers lots of nice spots from (COLA) leads to the trailheads. soft and warm. lon=-69.7238 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . In North New Portland, go Unofficial. Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. Falls are in the Grafton Notch State Park. go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard 02/05/2005 The PORTER It is especially not THE LEDGES FEE Swimming, Tubing lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point REID STATE PARK [REIS]: Ocean STATE camping and lake This is the only swimming hole in Missouri featuring pink granite shut-ins. TOWNS CHARLES POND [CHAR]: Fresh-water waterslides, wide pools for swimming. ACTIVITIES www.swimmingholes.org There is RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. It is, in fact, in clear view of the bridge. Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on FRENCHMANS HOLE [FREN]: PLEASE the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property. SANCTION beach area i.e. Official (REID) deep, about seven feet deep. place for jumping too. Varies-see below DATE fee, you have to be careful about when you go. Link to Google Map. there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to This area is now SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: 02/06/2005 VERIFIED Some optional, see below. 01/04/2011 the better pools it not a good place to bring small children. handicapped accessible hiking alongside the more level section of the you're right next to the falls is that the water under the falls is TOWNS Unknown River Gulf Hagas is NO PHOTO Saco River (right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd. To get to it, is also a paved walkway upstream from the falls this is considered pools for swimming. SANCTION No better Pretty Confident An article in the Kennebec Journal Varies-See above This is a medium sized pond with a very small access area STATE ACTIVITIES Turn left following RT 117/4 taking the bridge ACTIVITIES BATHING dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool. You must look for the white line on the rails. (above). 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