Schnebly Hill Vista Overlook
Sedona, Arizona
3.6 miles NE of Sedona, ArizonaA sweeping red rock formation divided into four geological members ā from reptile-fossil-bearing sandstone to limestone and dolomite ā telling 500-foot stories of Sedona's ancient past.
Hike Added on 16 Jul 2020
Willow Creek Environmental Campground
Duncans Mills, California
2.1 miles W of Duncans Mills, CaliforniaA sandy-banked riverside campground on the Russian River near the California coast ā cool and breezy even in summer, with kayak and tube launch access and a mix of shallow and deep swimming spots.
Hike, Kayak, Swim Added on 6 Jul 2020
Bush Creek Campground
Kernville, California
14.9 miles N of Kernville, CaliforniaA campground between several Kern River swimming holes with modern showers, a clubhouse, shaded trails, and fishing ā open year-round and rarely crowded.
Camp, Kayak, Swim Added on 22 Jun 2020
Limestone Campground
Kernville, California
14.7 miles N of Kernville, CaliforniaA rustic oak-and-pine-shaded campground on the Kern River near a swimming hole, horse trails, kayaking, and white water rafting ā no cell service, no crowds.
Camp, Kayak, Swim Added on 22 Jun 2020 0.2 mi
Willow Creek Picnic Area
Big Sur, California
32.4 miles SE of Big Sur, CaliforniaA coastal Big Sur pebble beach framed by black jagged cliffs and aqua ocean views ā described as 'one of California's treasures,' with parking on the cliff for $10 and toilets on site.
Hike, Swim Added on 22 Jun 2020 0.2 mi
Sunset Beach River Park
Forestville, California
3.1 miles NW of Forestville, CaliforniaA classic Russian River swimming hole with a pebble beach, shallow and deep sections, Redwood Forest views, paddle boarding, fishing, and picnicking ā quieter on weekdays, popular on weekends.
Kayak, Swim Added on 22 Jun 2020
Hidden Falls Campground
Springville, California
12.4 miles NE of Springville, CaliforniaA walk-in campground along the Tule River near Sequoia Forest, with a 30-foot waterfall, seasonal swimming holes, and granite Indian Bathtubs carved by Native Americans.
Camp, Hike, Swim Added on 22 Jun 2020
Red Rock State Park
Sedona, Arizona
4.1 miles SW of Sedona, ArizonaRed Rock's crimson sandstone layers tell 275 million years of geologic history ā from ancient beachfronts to sand dunes to shallow seas ā and inspired an art migration that fills the area with museums and galleries today.
Hike, Swim Added on 19 Jun 2020
Chavez Crossing
Sedona, Arizona
2.1 miles SW of Sedona, ArizonaA campground on Oak Creek in Sedona's red-rock canyon, perfectly placed for cool water play, sunsets over Munds Mountain, and access to nearby swimming holes.
Camp, Hike, Swim Added on 19 Jun 2020 0.1-0.7 mi
Cave Springs
Sedona, Arizona
8.8 miles N of Sedona, ArizonaAn 84-site campground on Oak Creek in Sedona's canyon, with picnic tables and natural tree shade, close to Slide Rock, swimming holes, and the Coconino National Forest.
Camp, Hike, Swim Added on 19 Jun 2020 0.3 mi
Slide Rock
Sedona, Arizona
5.1 miles N of Sedona, ArizonaAn 80-foot-long natural waterslide lined with algae on Oak Creek ā named one of America's Top Ten Swimming Holes, inside a 43-acre historic apple farm homestead in a stunning red rock canyon.
Hike, Swim Added on 19 Jun 2020 3.4 mi
Grasshopper Point
Sedona, Arizona
2.0 miles NE of Sedona, ArizonaCrimson red rock walls frame a teal swimming hole in Oak Creek Canyon ā with multiple cliff jumping spots, picnic tables, restrooms, and access via Allen's Bend and the Huckaby Trail.
Dive, Hike, Swim Added on 19 Jun 2020
Dixie National Forest
Cedar City, Utah
21.2 miles E of Cedar City, UtahOver 2 million acres of red rock canyons, forests, Duck Creek, and a ski resort span Dixie National Forest ā with elevations from 2,800 to 11,322 feet and year-round recreation including skiing, snowmobiling, and hiking.
Backpack, Camp, Hike Added on 10 Jun 2020
Trailside Park
Park City, Utah
4.6 miles N of Park City, UtahA spacious Park City park with tennis, basketball, soccer, pickleball, a skate park, mountain bike trails, a pond boardwalk, meadows with streams, and a massive kids' jungle gym.
Skateboard Added on 20 May 2020 14.9 mi
Idaho Centennial Trail
Warren, Idaho
22.9 miles NE of Warren, IdahoA 900-mile trail following the Salmon River, Snake River, and stunning red rock canyons across Idaho's wildest backcountry ā completable by foot, mountain bike, or small motorized vehicle.
Camp, Hike Added on 29 Apr 2020 4.8 mi
Independence Lakes
Elba, Idaho
7.2 miles W of Elba, IdahoA 7.7-mile hike that climbs to the summit of Mt. Independence, revealing four jewel-tone glacial lakes ā plus free kayaks, motorized boats, and floats available from Memorial Day through October 1.
Backpack, Camp, Canoe, Hike, Kayak, Swim Added on 29 Apr 2020 3.4 mi
Skillern Hot Springs
Fairfield, Idaho
20.9 miles N of Fairfield, IdahoA stunning six-mile trail along crystal-clear Big Smoky Creek to a hot spring ā spectacular in fall, with two trail options and a sign marking the final three miles.
Camp, Hike, Hot Springs Added on 29 Apr 2020
Perrine Bridge
Jerome, Idaho
9.1 miles S of Jerome, IdahoA 1,500-foot bridge spanning 486 feet above the Snake River ā park, walk to the edge, and watch base jumpers leap with parachutes year-round.
Hike Added on 29 Apr 2020