Map of 1078 Free Swimming Holes in United States
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North Fork Falls
Colfax, California
18.4 miles NE of Colfax, CaliforniaA very popular hike in the summer time, North Fork Falls offers a pleasant break from the city while enjoying the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains. Hike into the forest and visitors will find a...
Camp, Hike, Swim
Haystack Rock
Cannon Beach, Oregon
0.6 miles SW of Cannon Beach, OregonHaystack Rock is a 235-foot (72-meter) sea stack in Cannon Beach, Oregon. It is sometimes claimed locally to be the third-tallest such "intertidal" structure in the world, but there...
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Half Moon Bay State Beach
Half Moon Bay, California
1.0 miles W of Half Moon Bay, CaliforniaHalf Moon Bay State Park's Coastside Trail runs parallel to the Pacific Coast along what used to be the Ocean Shore Railroad. The railroad itself was in operation for just 14 years before it was...
Camp, Hike, Horseback, Swim
Muir Beach
Muir Beach, California
0.3 miles E of Muir Beach, CaliforniaMuir Beach is a little gem nestled away in the hills North of San Francisco, not far from the Muir Woods National Monument. There's a great beach and an entire network of trails. To get to the...
Hike, Swim 0.9 mi
Buffalo River Campground
Island Park, Idaho
0.5 miles NE of Island Park, IdahoThe float here is nice and easy. It's a great early season float. Later in the season the shallow spots will force you to walk a good chunk of the float. The water is super clear and often pretty...
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, Swim
Whaleback Swimming Hole
Asheville, North Carolina
26.3 miles SW of Asheville, North CarolinaMost people in this neck of the woods will head straight to Sliding Rock or Looking Glass Falls, but the locals go to Whaleback on the Davidson River above the fish hatchery. A massive slab of...
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Pintler Lake Campground and Picnic Area
Wise River, Montana
23.4 miles W of Wise River, MontanaCamp, Canoe, Kayak, and Swim near Wise River, Montana
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, Swim 3.6 mi
Kanarraville Falls
Kanarraville, Utah
0.5 miles E of Kanarraville, UtahKanarraville falls (also known as Kanarra falls) located outside of Cedar City, Utah is a must-see stop for any adventurous souls. Kanarra Falls is a medium length hike, both on trail and through...
Hike, Swim 1.2 mi
Mule Hollow
Elkins, West Virginia
10.1 miles SE of Elkins, West VirginiaMule Hollow is a more private swimming hole just outside of Bemis. The swimming hole itself is located in Shaver's Fork river, and is a deep pool with little current from the river felt as you...
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Chavez Crossing
Sedona, Arizona
2.1 miles SW of Sedona, ArizonaChavez Crossing is a campground in Sedona, Arizona. It sits perfectly nestled in Arizona's most beautiful red rock attractions along with the grand summer sunsets. If that didn't sound...
Camp, Hike, Swim
Twin Bridges
St. Anthony, Idaho
6.6 miles NE of St. Anthony, IdahoThere's an old abandoned bridge next to the one currently in use. The water is pretty deep underneath and offers two distinct levels to jump from. There's a little rope swing under the bridge...
Dive, Swim 3.6 mi
String Lake
Alta, Wyoming
16.4 miles NE of Alta, WyomingString Lake is a shallow lake that connects Leigh Lake and Jenny Lake at the base of Mount St. John and Rockchuck Peak. From the lakeshore, you can also take in beautiful views of Teewinot and Mt....
Canoe, Hike, Kayak, Swim 17.5 mi
Tear Drop Lake
Ashton, Idaho
19.1 miles NE of Ashton, IdahoNestled in the Targhee National Forest just off of Ashton's Fish Creek Road, this tear drop shaped lake is a family adventure waiting to happen. The lake isn't very big but it is teeming with...
Camp, Canoe, Hike, Kayak, Mountain Bike, Swim
Erb's Pond
Dillon, Montana
1.0 miles W of Dillon, MontanaI don't know if he's still allowing it but Mr. Erb used to let people come swim here all the time. He even put a nice little step ladder over the fence and set up a great rope swing out...
Airsoft, Paintball, Swim
Donut Falls
Salt Lake City, Utah
14.9 miles SE of Salt Lake City, UtahVery popular beginning hike in the Salt Lake City area. Many take this as a good intro hike into the outdoors, while others go for a trip out with friends to escape the rush of daily life. The...
Hike, Swim 11.6 mi
Toquerville Falls
La Verkin, Utah
6.6 miles N of La Verkin, UtahNothing says desert oasis quite like driving for 5.5 miles through winding sandy roads to find a favorite swimming hole with ledges, falls, and even a ladder to climb up to the best jumping spots....
Dive, Hike, Mountain Bike, Swim 0.2 mi
Little Jamaica aka Desert Springs
Littlefield, Arizona
0.8 miles NE of Littlefield, ArizonaLittle Jamaica is a warm springs waterfall and pool just off the highway between Desert Springs and Littlefield, Arizona. It's a family location that doesn't get more than 5 feet deep in the...
Hike, Swim
Meadow Hot Spring
Meadow, Utah
5.4 miles W of Meadow, UtahThe springs are located on private property but the owners have been gracious enough to allow public access. As always, please be gracious respectful in return and if you pack it in, pack it out....
Hot Springs, Swim 0.1 mi
Mormons Crossing
Cornville, Arizona
2.4 miles NE of Cornville, ArizonaMormons Crossing is a little area along Oak Creek in Cornville, Arizona. Along this creek there are several holes deep enough to swim in, some rapids, and even a rope swing. It's a great spot to...
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Hotchkissville Bridge
Woodbury, Connecticut
1.7 miles N of Woodbury, ConnecticutSwim near Woodbury, Connecticut
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