36 Free Swimming Holes near Fridley Gap
first prev 1 2 next lastShowing Swimming Holes within 50 miles Distance miles of Airey Ln, Keezletown, VA 22832, USA City, Zip, or Address
Big Rock Falls
Syria, Virginia
15.4 miles EA moderately challenging 1.5-mile trail follows Mill Prong River to a beautiful cascading waterfall with a swimming hole that fills up nicely at higher water levels.
Hike, Swim
Rose River
Syria, Virginia
18.6 miles EA moderately difficult 4-mile forested loop in Shenandoah National Park descending to the Rose River and a stunning 67-foot waterfall — wading is possible in some spots.
Hike, Swim
Rapidan Rivers
Madison, Virginia
18.7 miles ESwimming holes beneath small waterfalls along the Rapidan River in Shenandoah, accessible on short hikes — protected waters known for trout and catfish fishing.
Swim 2.8 mi
Cedar Run Falls
Oldrag, Virginia
18.8 miles ESix waterfalls, a natural waterslide, and a deep swimming hole reward experienced hikers who tackle this strenuous 8-mile, 2,794-ft-elevation Shenandoah trail.
Hike, Swim
Old Rag Area
Crewe, Virginia
18.8 miles ESix swimming holes at the base of waterfalls and along rivers in Shenandoah National Park's Old Rag area, all reached by hikes of varying length from Skyline Drive or nearby routes.
Swim
Whiteoak Canyon
Syria, Virginia
19.2 miles EA Shenandoah hike featuring both a two-tiered lower waterfall and a classic single-drop upper falls — with cool wading spots along the trail for a well-earned break before the 1,040-foot climb back.
Hike, Swim
Nicholson Hollow Trail
Morning Star, Virginia
20.5 miles NEAn 8-mile moderately strenuous Shenandoah hike past stream crossings, small cascading waterfalls, shaded forest, and the historic Corbin Cabin — wading is possible in low-flow conditions.
Hike, Swim
Blue Hole Bergton
Bergton, Virginia
21.7 miles NWA scenic day-use picnic area on a river in Rockingham County — flooding and erosion have made it shallower over time, best now for wading and enjoying the forest and rock surroundings.
Swim 6.1 mi
Rip Rap Hollow
Crozet, Virginia
22.3 miles SA 50-foot, mountain-fed swimming hole on a difficult 10-mile Shenandoah Valley loop that also passes Chimney Rock and a scenic waterfall — cold, clear, and worth the effort.
Hike, Swim
Natural Chimneys
Mount Solon, Virginia
22.5 miles SWTowering vertical limestone formations draped in trees and vines, with shallow river swimming holes, 2.5 miles of hiking and biking trails, and a well-equipped 135-site campground.
Camp, Hike, Mountain Bike, Swim 15.7 mi
Sugar Hollow
Crozet, Virginia
24.8 miles SAn 11-mile loop starting and ending at Sugar Hollow Reservoir, passing Blue Hole and Rip Rap swimming holes — a hiker's way to combine challenge with a cool dip in Shenandoah.
Hike, Swim 5.2 mi
Hazel River Falls
Sperryville, Virginia
25.7 miles EA 5.3-mile moderate hike in Shenandoah National Park leading to two moss-covered waterfalls, a wading and swimming pool, flat sunbathing rocks, and small caves to explore.
Hike, Swim
Stokesville Campground
Madison, Virginia
25.8 miles WSwim near Madison, Virginia
Swim
Charlottesville Area
Williamsville, Virginia
26.0 miles STwo swimming spots north of Charlottesville, Virginia — a fee applies, so check details before heading out.
Swim
North River Gap
Mount Solon, Virginia
26.2 miles WA free recreation area with an easy 2.4-mile river gorge hike through lush forest, a wading and swimming spot in the North River, and primitive campsites for $5 a night.
Camp, Hike, Swim
Piney River
Sperryville, Virginia
27.6 miles NEMultiple swimming holes along Piney River — including one beneath a small waterfall — reached by following Cumberland Trail through the forest near Sperryville.
Hike, Swim
Mint Springs Valley Park
Crozet, Virginia
28.7 miles STwo small lakes with sandy beaches, miles of forested hiking and mountain biking trails, a sand volleyball pit, and a playground — all in an eight-acre valley park near Crozet, Virginia.
Hike, Mountain Bike, Swim 3.8 mi
Overall Run Falls
Overall, Virginia
29.7 miles NEVirginia's longest consecutive waterfall anchors a challenging 8-mile Shenandoah hike with rock scrambles, cool river rest spots, and a deep swimming hole for experienced swimmers.
Hike, Swim
Rock Mills
Castleton, Virginia
33.1 miles ECLOSED. This property is owned by the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. Swimmers here without a permit will be prosecuted for trespassing. A classic all-American swimming hole with a tire and rope swing, a small sandy beach, and smaller pools for little ones — privately owned but open to the public near a historic country Baptist church.
Swim
Overall Area
Crewe, Virginia
35.7 miles NESwim near Crewe, Virginia
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