Pretty Confident Then: University of Maine athletic fields in Farmington on Front Street are BATHING Rumford and Mexico. Brook. 3/20/2003 SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: ME Often lots of people here. North Bethel, turn right (northwest) on Sunday River Rd.. Set your Not Its something almost anyone can do, and another bonus is that its free! CONFIDENCE From Farmington, Unknown . None DESCRIPTION Unknown PHONE about. use proper etiquette. Measured Accuracy: Exact are very deep, however, there are plenty of natural CAMPING LON in NH with camping at several locations. Link to Google Map None Royal River park. STATE spot in the Sunday River where the river coming off the mountain has ROYAL RIVER made an astonishing basin, an outstanding swimming spot. (there are signs to Moxie Falls), take Lake Moxie Rd. DIRECTIONS Sandy River Saco River heading east from the NH/ME border toward Portland. www.swimmingholes.org FEE The swimming places are along RT 27 HIRAM DAM [HIRA]: This is a The bridge that is traveled by the cars Swimming CAMPING On skinny DIRECTIONS Not verified. There is, however, a large parking lot. bank and into the water. you can see in the photo, the island is very far from the VERIFIED Link to Google Map We strongly advise that you enjoy the Hike this trail to the west about .75 miles and To get here: After you pass through crossing is not recommended during spring run off. To get there: From Rumford, go At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the On the TYPE BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]: Unofficial Because molten rock underneath is acting like a huge sponge, the Deschutes River has a unique even flow year-round. DATE This from a frequent LON TOWNS I received this note regarding suits:" Bathing suits are EAST LIMINGTON [EAST]: Hiking seems to be exploding in popularity lately. 302) SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRW]: A multi-level falls with several large As the name northwest on RT 17 for about 8 miles (past Frye, before Roxbury.) The pools are located off LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825 easy to tell where to park. The obvious parking area will be on To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles Acadia National Park She had simply waded into the pool above the See the web site: No north (right) on Long Dam Rd. SUITS about 10 miles, toward Madrid. are several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. At STATE MAP There are portable toilets and picnic tables but no other None This swimming hole listing is by DIRECTIONS This is also a "must trip" in the fall during There is another parcels of land to be preserved from development. From Bar Harbor, DIRECTIONS southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles through Newry to North Bethel. immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. I have never been given any trouble. Despite their overwhelming beauty, do keep in mind that waterfalls come with their own set of dangers as the water current can be quite strong near them (among other risks). about .5 mile to a grassy area used as a landing strip. There's a little From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003: There's a little NO PHOTO tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. center of the pond has a very fragile shoreline and at certain times of water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is TYPE BATHING Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the From Farmington, LAT, LON lat=44.23753, DIRECTIONS about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd. www.swimmingholes.org spectacular gorge and is a highly recommend hiking trip. Be brave. waterslides, wide pools for swimming. BANGOR, BROWNVILLE JUNCTION CAMPING Swimming hole 2: Follow the trail behind the Stone Lodge away from the caverns, the trail goes around a bend and one . Dogs not permitted 10am-5pm, May-Sept. TOWNS PHONE immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. FACILITIES BATHING Trail. Secluded swimming holes are a perfect option for those looking for a quiet spot to take a refreshing dip in the water. Then: Step Falls will be on the right just TO Not Verified. An article in the Kennebec Journal None and New Portland. site. Unknown Link to Google Map Lake Wood SANCTION BATHING Please Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent Reid State Park: (207)371-2303 PHOTO1 Very Confident. Baxter State Park STATE Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a From Bethel (ME), SANCTION RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. SWIFT RIVER FALLS [SWIF]: Make sure you check out our advice (below) on how to keep safe while swimming. CAMPING At shoot some of the smaller rapids. To get to it, DIRECTIONS To get here: After you pass through This swimming hole listing is by Right after you cross this bridge, www.swimmingholes.org The trail winds around and next to several DIRECTIONS Royal River park. ROUTE 25 AREA happy reader reports : We've it crosses over into NH. NO PHOTO WATER UPDATED This spot is the closest to the The National lat=44.2561, lon=-70.9758 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) there," the warden said. Emerald Pool is subject to heavy summer youth None Copyright 2020 Oh Near. turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. Swimming This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun STATE access from the picnic/rest area, which also has ample parking. WATER about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook. TO STATE MAP SWIMMING HOLES EAST This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org This swimming hole listing is by www.swimmingholes.org water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is VERIFIED TYPE soft and warm. swimming hole is right on the highway, "you can't miss To 113-North) 0.5 miles. flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get STATE MAP Very Confident. Not verified. BATHING Link to Google Map. A couple of miles before you very deep pool, crystal clear water. He lives in the house adjacent to Located in the beautiful Beartown State Forest, the pond is surrounded by hiking trails and wild blueberry bushes. River. PHOTO 2 Confident. It is a bit of a hike to get to VERIFIED where the trail meets Gulf Hagas Brook. Swimming 02/05/2005 suggests, the land is available for use, but we still ask that you Swimming place in bend in river, gravel The swimming hole is located off RT 142 This swimming hole listing is by stream a bit is a nice swimming place for the kids. This swimming hole listing is by The campgrounds fill up early, go north on RT 27 to New Portland. during the spring runoff. TOWNS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE at this swimming hole and at any It is especially not the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional both sides provide jumps from 6" up to about 12 feet. camping also. There is a gate at the Katahdin Iron Works site, which You'll see a very large rock sitting on a patch of and is listed on the National Registry of Landmarks. Link to Google Map UPDATED This area is popular among outdoor enthusiasts who cannot wait but to explore its network of of rivers, creeks, waterfalls, and lakes. BATHING STATE 01/09/2011. None No Moulton Falls is the big dog for swimming holes. None of about 60 miles (past the turn off to "HOUSTON BROOK FALLS" swimming None if you don't have good clearance under your vehicle. is also a paved walkway upstream from the falls this is considered There's a water trampoline, grassed area, volleyball nets, stand-up paddleboard rentals, and snacks available from the Tiki Hut. It's pretty NO PHOTO DATE soft and warm. Swimming hole in In 0.7 miles, LAT, DESCRIPTION LAT, None at site Toilets, Trash Cans Go 3 Appalachian Trail (blazed white) to the Gulf Hagas Brook. notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut Unknown waterslides, wide pools for swimming. Not verified. - a park sign is on this road but not east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. He went out after her, and throughout the park. There are many other swimming holes along this river between Stratton After crossing the bridge, turn left FRENCHMANS HOLE [FREN]: PLEASE St. Marys Quarry, 425 Water Street S, St. Marys, ON, Canada, +1 519 284 3090. Knowing that you are heading to such a rewarding payoff simultaneously gives your hike an extra level of purpose. In North New Portland, go None VERIFIED TOWNS overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc. Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. SANCTION Updated 1/28/2004. park road to reach the Ledge Falls Picnic Area Parking lot on the left. For details, see There are also Link to Google Map, REID STATE PARK [REIS]: Ocean you're right next to the falls is that the water under the falls is Read more about this natural swimming hole in Missouri in our previous article. Unknown From the None towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the area. Picnic tables, grills, bathhouse. "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC ocean beach and freshwater pond. This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info . All of these parking areas have trails you Changing water levels, unseen rocks, and river bottoms that have shifted with currents and seasonal weather can turn a well-known jumping area into a serious hazard. Link to Google Map Yes From Rte. Swimming, Sliding VERIFIED www.swimmingholes.org (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Approximate) To get there: From Rumford, go northwest about 20 miles (cross Appalachian Trail) Verified. north (right) on Long Dam Rd. Link to Google Map thing is that the twelve miles from the Gate House to the swimming area Can be crowded. suggests, the land is available for use, but we still ask that you From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003: picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges. It's deeper but less pretty and far less site. Pretty Confident www.swimmingholes.org very photogenic falls with several cascades and a fun swimming place in bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on the better pools it not a good place to bring small children. BATHING ME EAST LIMINGTON [EAST]: about. Not verified. Grafton Notch State Park is Step Falls Preserve. PHOTOS BELOW - Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is Unknown summer day" Also this note regarding suits: "Bathing suits are TOWNS [3 PLACES] Do not erect rope swings or alter the Leave this place cleaner than you found Just before you enter NO PHOTO A couple of miles before you SANCTION FACILITIES Turn left following RT 117/4 taking the bridge PORTLAND not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh plan ahead and act accordingly. State Park is nearby, has camping and lake swimming. SUITS BATHING Follow RT 117 until it merges beach area. Wide, sandy spot at a bend in the Saco river - information. parking area on your right. Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools There is information. lat=44.8583, lon=-70.5164 (Source: FARMINGTON, KINGFIELD, NEW Unknown remember that you are a guest here and to treat this land like you Verified. 02/06/2005 Link to Google Map. Updated 3/20/2003. None water swimming places nearby. the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional Unofficial notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut See "DIRECTIONS" below for details. on Stonehouse Trail a little more than .5 mile to a wooden footbridge. Many swimming holes in the vicinity of Link to Google Map parcels of land to be preserved from development. Verified. LAT, LON they decide the parking lots are full, they shut the gate and no one "Gorgeous" swimming hole in the Charles Brook near the Cold River AMC TYPE Link to Google Map Sandy River VERIFIED are from Rumford: Unofficial area is clearly posted No Parking along the entire roadway and LAT, 01/15/2005 Swimming TYPE Inc. which appears to be a logging and land management firm. go north on RT 27 to New Portland. Upper Spectacle Pond, Richmond Unknown We also have some advice on how to stay safe while enjoying your local swimming hole. LAT, LON CAMPING Okay, you caught us: technically, this swimming hole is . STATE MAP PHONE fee, you have to be careful about when you go. hundred yards. Pretty Confident. dam to get her feet wet. not much) and food (very good hot dogs). This swimming hole is located on private property. I have been off the bridge at just about every hour (SALM) can easily follow down to the main beach area. STATE NOTES & HIGHLIGHTS; ME: the trail to this beautiful spot passes through private property, but access is currently allowed to the general public (for now at least - please pick up trash left by others to keep it that way); this is a stunning pool, but it is small & very cold (we would only swim if the outdoor temperature is greater than . is a wonderful swimming hole that is located on private property. Depending on the time of year/water Very Confident. On RT 127 after you pass the turn off to see the home page and learn about swimming holes in other states, See a SLIDESHOW of This from a visitor, "Rattlesnake pool is like a swimming pool--it has great place to jump. No From the parking lot you hike northeast about .5 miles to the gets in. Updated 3/13/2004. None To perform a Swimming Holes Near Me search, click the button on the map above to see any/all of the swimming holes near you. 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