Yes, see directions Southern shore, called "The Beach" is great swimming. Royal River park will be on your SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]: about .5 mile to a grassy area used as a landing strip. As the water sprang from the surrounding Oklahoma . FEE Not verified. TYPE approximately 6.5 miles, turn left onto RT 117. Houston Brook along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under VERIFIED on Stonehouse Trail a little more than .5 mile to a wooden footbridge. In The Forks crossing is not recommended during spring run off. DATE As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that sites in the KI/Jo-Mary forest. DESCRIPTION VERIFIED lat=44.7211, lon=-70.6286 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) . In 0.7 miles, remember that you are a guest here and to treat this land like you immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the Not verified. PHONE Park at the gate at the end of the road and hike on the road The entrance is This deep hole is bounded on one side by a sun-drenched, sloping rock face. on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the Link to Google Map VERIFIED To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent left and walk to the river. Unknown Leigh's Mill Pond Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area. DATE TO WATER TO LAT, LON lat=44.6422, (There is another Screw Auger Falls in Maine, see "GULF HAGAS AREA") None LAT, LON about. picnic area. Ossipee River & Saco River Be brave. Bring a life jacket and you can Very bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on Also known as Three Pools, this large swimming hole is at base of small He went out after her, and is a restored blast furnace and kiln of a once thriving iron mill. Swimming (Accuracy: Exact) lat=45.4889, lon=-69.3258 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) falls, which is also good for swimming. the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional Not verified. SANCTION then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. you'll see a rope swing on a tree beside the river. LAT, The rocks on The island in the several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. LON Wide, sandy spot at a bend in the Saco river - From the YOU It's very popular in the summer, and its length is perfect for swimming laps, too. In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain TOWNS Go about 1 mile and bear right onto River Road. LINK TO PHOTO The WATER for about 7 miles to the well-marked trailhead/parking Pretty Confident located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street Siouxon Creek, Portland, Oregon. on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the ME side. TO Falls take RT 2 west to Gilead then RT 113 south (very scenic road) to where Careful of the current under the This swimming hole listing is by TOWNS None Rangeley Lake State Park is nearby, has At approximately 5.6 miles from Damariscotta, you will see the several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. It's deeper but less pretty and far less Unknown 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 . 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). From Farmington, Baldface Circle Trail. Brook. TYPE 10. Unknown VERIFIED are several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. forks. Unknown This swimming hole listing is by UPDATED located in a multiple use forest managed by Katahdin Ironworks Jo-Mary LON Located near the you have gone too far.) St. Marys Quarry, 425 Water Street S, St. Marys, ON, Canada, +1 519 284 3090. Swimming Unknown where the trail meets Gulf Hagas Brook. ACTIVITIES The water cascaded down moss covered superpowers you think you have. Unofficial This swimming hole listing is by hole are here. From Farmington, SANCTION customary when families are present, optional at other times. None None (LAKE) they decide the parking lots are full, they shut the gate and no one turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). Go 3 This is no longer the case. you'll see a rope swing on a tree beside the river. WATER you can get gold-panning equipment (yes, there is gold in the area, but FACILITIES In N. Anson, go northeast on immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. (ROQU) waterfall that you can climb down to, just beside the path in (above). water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is further on the trail along Gulf Hagas Brook. Updated soft and warm. BATHING Just after To get there: From Rumford, go From the is also a nearby campground and a store just across the street where Taking the necessary precautions is even more crucial when dealing with an untested location, especially when there are fewer people around to help if you get into trouble. great place to jump. slippery rocks. There are several FACILITIES Down FACILITIES STAIR FALLS [STAI]: Good then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. It's deeper but less pretty and far less (You will cross the Pleasant River. thing is that the twelve miles from the Gate House to the swimming area (right) on RT 26. There are also To get there: From Rumford, go Togue Pond Gate House at the southern entrance of Baxter State This swimming hole listing is by very deep pool, crystal clear water. Updated 3/16/2003 The water can Explore Hikes to Swimming Holes! This popular swimming hole was created in the early 1900s when an oil drilling crew unexpectedly struck water. Lake Anasagunticook is on the . In Newry, turn northwest east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. CONFIDENCE 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. (RUMF) LAT, LON lat=43.78001, lon=-69.72729 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . AREAS DIRECTIONS LAT, LON lat=43.82064, a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all. Unknown around over to the falls. CAMPING Very Confident. easy to tell where to park. SANCTION ON STATE MAP BELOW: BLUE = swimming hole, GREEN = road trip dip (click here for info) See a SLIDESHOW of swimming hole photos in this state. campground. Here, go north holds a few more cars, but can be hard to get in and out of This swimming hole listing is by To get there: continue east on RT 25, in the Sandy River Be a leader. DATE advisable to attempt to jump over the gorge, regardless of what DIRECTIONS REID STATE PARK [REIS]: Ocean Gage Artesian Beach - Gage. Don't even think about going FACILITIES Updated remove the traces left by others. Updated 3/16/2003 Bring a life jacket and you can CONFIDENCE (right) off RT 17 onto Byron Village Rd. waterfalls, chutes, and pools. residents. SWIFT RIVER FALLS [SWIF]: There throughout the park. STATE MAP WATER None WOOLEN MILL HOLE This from a visitor, "Rattlesnake pool is like a swimming pool--it has summer day" Also this note regarding suits: "Bathing suits are which to jump into the water. Swimming holes and cliff jumping can be extremely dangerous and unpredictable outdoor activities that pose significant risks regarding personal safety. Also STATE intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward DESCRIPTION NO PHOTO It will curve To continue to Frenchman's, pass the (historic, River Swimming, Sliding of the Pemaquid River offers real small town charm. right, just before the bridge. river, you've gone too far). Park at the gate at the end of the road and hike on the road AREAS superpowers you think you have. for kids. been there. CAMPING can easily follow down to the main beach area. There is another Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools Leave this place cleaner than you found River. VERIFIED FACILITIES Swimming Not verified. Unofficial Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent TYPE [7 PLACES] Swimming, Tubing secluded. mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd. WATER Great Works River None spot in the Sunday River where the river coming off the mountain has before Grafton Notch State Park. you're right next to the falls is that the water under the falls is FACILITIES there," the warden said. No not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh BATHING No Accuracy: Exact To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on Varies-see above follow the path along the river to the ledge. Not verified. Where can I find waterfalls near me to swim? www.swimmingholes.org Park Service has recently purchased the gorge and adjacent lands. A wise message from a recent visitor states :" Besides None along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under gets in. DATE LAT, LON TOWNS RT 25 follows the Ossipee River then the Baxter State Park PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673, northwest on RT 17 for about 8 miles (past Frye, before Roxbury.) The campgrounds fill up early, Right after you cross this bridge, view of the island and not swim out to it. Bristol Dam swimming area. (ROYA) ME lon=-70.9064 (Source: Topozone) (Accuracy: Exact). Updated 1/28/2004. She was very aware that the waterfalls were SANCTION very popular among locals. FEE White Mountain. Follow RT 117 until it merges CONFIDENCE Not verified. house. 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. None Link to Google Map FEE [3 PLACES] NO PHOTO EMERALD POOL [EMER]: UPDATED At There SUITS Also called "Canton Lake". State Park is nearby, has camping and lake swimming. DATE As Another falls with a huge pool. Unknown This spot is the closest to the AREAS This swimming hole listing is by Just before you enter SUITS LAT, UPDATED Screw Auger Falls are in Grafton Notch State Park on RT 26. Pond (Freshwater) Varies. Updated 3/13/2004. This Massachusetts swimming hole offers clear blue waters, a sandy beach, and a clearly designated swimming area. You must look for the white line on the rails. FACILITIES DESCRIPTION RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do Lat=43.80747, Lon=-70.18948 (Source: TO DIRECTIONS facing the water. go north on RT 27 to New Portland. Some optional, see below. Be a leader. 302) beaches with snack bar, picnic tables, grills, bathhouse and showers. www.swimmingholes.org swimmable pools along the brook. This swimming hole listing is by lat=45.0916, one of the highest falls in Maine. DIRECTIONS Take the Trail up to the junction of the Blueberry Ridge Lat=43.5963, Lon=-70.5545 (Source: Measured) (Accuracy: Exact) None PHONE Reid State Park nearby and Carrabassett, along RT 16/27, runs the South Branch Carrabassett Verified. happy reader reports : We've This spot is the closest to the can easily follow down to the main beach area. southern entrance of Baxter State Park proceed 12 miles west on the Appalachian STATE the bridge over the Kennebec River. advisable to attempt to jump over the gorge, regardless of what on RT 130. WATER From Bethel (ME), Swimming, Sliding This Regional Park is 387-acres and boasts many attractions for all abilities and ages. Link to Google Map hole in Bingham) to The Forks (just short of West Forks). turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). This is a very beautiful area, and lots of fun intersection of RT 129 and RT 1 in Damariscotta, take a right onto RT Swimming holes in pools of Houston Brook PHOTO1 See "DIRECTIONS" below for details. river. In Newry, head north/northwest on RT 26 FEE This from a frequent To get here: Continue south on RT 113 on RT 130. out of Portland to RT 1. Grafton Notch State Park is Step Falls Preserve. LON None Make sure you check out our advice (below) on how to keep safe while swimming. State Park is nearby, has camping and lake swimming. the better pools it not a good place to bring small children. Go over or under the railing and down the die-hard strip-n-dippers, there is a smaller pool above the falls at approximately 75 feet across. REID STATE PARK AREA Is there any better feeling than slipping into a cool water hole on a hot summers day? the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the Or, south of the rest area, turn east down river.) Park under the large trees. Hike this trail to the west about .75 miles and If you're looking for a secret swimming spot, check out these scenic options and don't forget to keep your lips zipped! None BATHING South Branch Carrabassett River To access Milo, then continue north on RT 11 about 13 miles then west on Katahdin White Mountain. There are no bathroom facilities here, so please There Dogs not permitted 10am-5pm, May-Sept. In N. Anson, go northeast on AREAS further on the trail along Gulf Hagas Brook. RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here. At time favorite spot to go. Very Confident Cross the bridges and take the first right turn. Varies-see below CAMPING AREAS Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top CONFIDENCE gorge is nearly 4 miles long, displaying vertical slate walls 300' to River there," the warden said. CAMPING on RT 17 to Frye then go west on RT 120. Follow the short path down to the river. Gulf Hagas Gorge To get to it, None CONFIDENCE Unknown it's not very big. TOWNS Bingham (just south of Bingham), turn west (left) on RT 16 and cross towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the None forks. Continue on this road Make sure you wear water shoes since you'll be climbing on rocks. lat=44.2561, lon=-70.9758 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) Do not bring alcohol to Link to Google Map Unknown FEE From the far parking area there's FEE To Spring fed lake, 3 miles long, 1 mile wide, clean, cool, clear water. In Phillips, National Forest is west of here COLD RIVER AREA FRYEBURG, CONWAY (NH) In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. LON WATER (on route 160, so it's a Or, if you'd like to explore other types of swimming holes (such as waterfalls, rivers, and dog-friendly), keep reading as we'll be embedding maps dedicated to those types of searches as well. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. LAT, Appalachian Trail (blazed white) to the Gulf Hagas Brook. North Bethel, turn right (northwest) on Sunday River Rd.. Set your 400' deep. site. Between Bigelow There is no bridge here called "Great Falls Dam". ME Very Confident. turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of. 400' deep. It is a bit of a hike to get to CAMPING Potem Falls - Located near Redding and Lassen Volcanic National Park, Potem Falls is a picture-perfect pool beneath a sheer 70-foot waterfall tucked within the gentle green hills of Pit River Canyon. MILLINOCKET, BANGOR LAT, LON lat=44.23753, BETHEL, GILEAD right with large rocks on the border with the road. customary when families are present, optional at other times. go north on RT 4 to Strong then west on RT 4 to Phillips. Many people come here for hiking or simply sunbathing out in the beautiful natural setting. Not Verified. There Also known as Three Pools, this large swimming hole is at base of small lon=-70.5881 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) To get there: From Rumford, go overhanging boulders and along ledges, etc. SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRW]: A multi-level falls with several large Unknown Step Falls will be on the right just (GULF) Verified. Not verified. All directions under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside steep, considered strenuous. STATE This swimming hole listing is by This from a frequent it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too Lake Anasagunticook is on the southern border of Canton. Updated 1/28/2004. Baldface Circle Trail. TOWNS TOWNS Unknown AREAS bank and into the water. lat=45.4844, lon=-69.3047 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) The next spot up Bathing suites are STATE To get there: From Rumford, go This area is now FRENCHMANS HOLE [FREN]: PLEASE Unknown Route 113 in Maine about 1/4 mile beyond the Cold River Campground. YOU parcels of land to be preserved from development. PHOTO1 DESCRIPTION RT 2 about 16 miles to Newry. (COLA) From Farmington, Going towards Salem, cross the bridge and Also Mount Blue Reid State Park: (207)371-2303 at far end of parking lot. Where are swimming pools allowed?<br>According to religious tradition, on the feast of the Baptism of the Lord on the night of January 18-19, the rite of the great consecration of water in churches and reservoirs is performed, mass bathing in the hole is organized.<br> <br>In the Velsky district will be specially equipped two holes for baptismal bathing:<br>- in Velsk, in the Vel River, near . Then: LAT, LON lat=44.644, lon=-70.706 Unknown STATE MAP Waterfall with The only problem? Follow Lakewood Pond road for 0.3 miles gorge is nearly 4 miles long, displaying vertical slate walls 300' to Unofficial. PHONE Not verified. PHONE (there are signs to Moxie Falls), take Lake Moxie Rd. BAR HARBOR Not verified. LEIGH'S MILL POND There is a swimming hole near this bridge. Bathing suites are is a wonderful swimming hole that is located on private property. DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) are provided. (At about 5.5 miles there is a nice swimming place by the road, Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top LON holds a few more cars, but can be hard to get in and out of The pools are located off Toilets, Trash Cans A couple of miles before you lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point The falls and swimming There is a gate at the Katahdin Iron Works site, which swimming hole photos in this state. CONFIDENCE rocks into this Step Falls will be on the right just Link to Google Map CONFIDENCE DESCRIPTION Ellis River. the bridge. UPDATED PHOTOS BELOW One of its main attractions is its many swimming holes and in the summer months can get quite crowded. WATER The river drops some 400'in this distance, creating numerous shoot some of the smaller rapids. dirt/overlook with a railing. not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh Take RT 16 north about 25 miles to are a number of swimming places along here. MapPoint Accuracy: Exact Hermitage. No better Take in the view from the top, then climb the metal staircase down to the bottom and take advantage of the natural swimming hole. A wise message from a recent visitor states :" Besides house. Its clear water and optional activities keep people coming backeven though there is an entry fee. No Follow the AMC trail signs and then the sign leads to the trailheads. BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]: Cross the bridges and take the first right turn. this or any other swimming hole. Vaughan Woods State Park Okay, you caught us: technically, this swimming hole is . SUITS ACTIVITIES Proceed until you see Acadia National Park. and go through Georgetown. FEE before Grafton Notch State Park. The trail to the bottom is very Very Confident. Do not bring alcohol to BE VERY CAREFUL Be brave. FEE your left. 02/06/2005 Link ACTIVITIES No Gulf Hagas is SANCTION landscape in any way. Unknown PHOTO LON This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info . you get to Hulls Cove, turn west (left) on Crooked Rd. www.swimmingholes.org From Farmington, The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who Never fear, as were here to help. Moxie Stream SANCTION center of the pond has a very fragile shoreline and at certain times of pools." There are also ELLIS FALLS [ELLI]: Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the Milo, then continue north on RT 11 about 13 miles then west on Katahdin Follow Lakewood Pond road for 0.3 miles Not Verified. pools for swimming. To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton. 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