Rock Mills - Swim near Castleton, Virginia
Castleton,Virginia
38.65425, -78.13065

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This property is owned by the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. Swimmers here without a permit will be prosecuted for trespassing.

3.6 miles N of Castleton, Virginia
State: Virginia

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The Rock Mills swimming area, located near Castleton, Virginia, is a beautiful local swimming hole located near the Mount Lebanon Baptist church. It is a picturesque southern U.S. swimming hole complete with a tire and rope swing, a small beach area, and smaller pools to enjoy with smaller children. 

Since it is near the Baptist church, visitors must purchase a permit from the church in order to swim in the area. Parking is available at the church and the swimming hole is located just across the road. 

When you think of a perfect all-American summer hideaway, Rock Mills is close to it. The locals in Castleton frequent the swimming hole in the summer months, join them this summer in Rock Mills!

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This property is owned by the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. Swimmers here without a permit will be prosecuted for trespassing.

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Mia

6/10/20 6:19 am
This is private property and the church is no longer issuing permits. Please remove.
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