It is just downstream of
River.
LAT, LON
To get here: Hike about 1.75 miles
get to Andover, RT 120 crosses the Ellis River.
To get there, continue east on RT 25 to East Limington. TO
park on the right hand side of the road. CONFIDENCE
FACILITIES
ANASAGUNTICOOK [ANAS]:
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available in the adjacent field if necessary. ACTIVITIES
LAT, LON lat=43.82064,
All of these parking areas have trails you
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Updated 3/16/2003
WATER
LON
Confident. east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. Updated
Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS").
VERIFIED
PHONE
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DATE
bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on
CHARLES POND [CHAR]: Fresh-water
Very Confident.
07/25/2007
water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is
129/130, Bristol Rd. 3/20/2003. WATER
are a number of swimming places along here. with RT 202 and RT4. By continuing to use this site or by clicking ACCEPT, you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Waterfall with
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southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles through Newry to North Bethel. lat=44.66567, lon=-70.15400 (Source:
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falls are 23 feet. FACILITIES
In North New Portland, go
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So, grab a spot at the larger parking lot near Haines Falls and just follow the signs as you do an easy, 0.3 mile hike to the viewing platform. LAT, LON
Some optional, see below.
Very Confident. A very deep place in the Swift River between cliffs on both sides. www.swimmingholes.org
- a park sign is on this road but not
turn north (right) on RT 142. SUITS
BATHING
This from a visitor, "Rattlesnake pool is like a swimming pool--it has
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woods trail (entry is on left just before you reach water) to reach
BATHING
not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh
From Farmington,
swimming above the falls. 3.
are provided. (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) Very Uncertain. Falls
It is a bit of a hike to get to
Where can I find dog-friendly swimming holes near me? On the
Hidden Swimming Holes Near Me. east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. Then:
lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point
GULF HAGAS AREA
400' deep.
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Royal River park will be on your
(CARA)
to a bend in river with a gravel beach and swimming place, may be some
BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]:
This swimming hole listing is by
of Saco, follow RT 112 northwest out of town. Continue on this road
DESCRIPTION
As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that
Big Dave's Canoe Rentals, but only holds 3-4 vehicles.
water swimming places nearby. ME
AREAS
Varies-see above
TREAT THIS AREA GENTLY
on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the
they decide the parking lots are full, they shut the gate and no one
lat=45.4889, lon=-69.3258 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact)
Located near the
In Phillips,
lat=43.22000, lon=-70.81031 Source:
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the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional
This reservoir is heritage-listed, its construction dating way back to the 19th century, and remains one of Walkabout . Depending on the time of year/water
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This Regional Park is 387-acres and boasts many attractions for all abilities and ages. (HOUS)
they both fell over.".
tubing.
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.
Updated 1/28/2004. DESCRIPTION
To access
on the border between ME and NH, but really only accessible from the
The
to the well established parking area.
the right of the bridge. FACILITIES
MapPoint Accuracy: Exact
is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit
Not only is it excellent exercise, but its out in nature, surrounded by fresh air and great views. SUITS
VERIFIED
CAMPING
TO
a gorge about 20 feet deep into the rock.
Not
intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward
YARMOUTH, PORTLAND
Varies, see below
the peak of the foliage season.
Or, south of the rest area, turn east
(GULF)
TO
BUTTERMILK FALLS [BUTT]:
DATE
beach area.
Royal River park. SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]:
are several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. at far end of parking lot.
100 Blue Hole Lane, Wimberley, Texas 78676, 512-660-9111, cityofwimberley.com.
where the trail meets Gulf Hagas Brook. falls, which is also good for swimming.
it's not very big.
to Google Map. He went out after her, and
This area is now
3/20/2003
lon=-71.0047 (Source: Google Maps) (Accuracy: Approximate).
swimming hole photos in this state. VERIFIED
From the parking lot you hike northeast about .5 miles to the
STATE MAP
RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here.
sandy beach. Go 3
Very Confident.
Rafael Castro .
with RT 202 and RT4.
about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook.
verified. SUITS
None at site
of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.
TOWNS
3/20/2003
Ossipee River & Saco River
Not verified.
By Benjamin Tepler, Rachel Ritchie, Margaret Seiler, Caleb Diehl, and Kasey Cordell Updated June 29, 2022 Lower Lewis Falls
Link to Google Map
Be very careful near the edge of the gorge.
UNKNOWN HOLE [UNKN]:
Cross the bridges and take the first right turn. the right side of RT 127.
Many people come here for hiking or simply sunbathing out in the beautiful natural setting. AREAS
As the name
For details, see
Accuracy: Exact. AREAS
TOWNS
The
TOWNS
would treat your own property. mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd.
(RUMF)
Set the example.
The National
deep, about seven feet deep.
Taking a dip in a fresh swimming hole is a great way to end a hike.
Southern shore, called "The Beach" is great
See "DIRECTIONS" below for details.
pools." from Rattlesnake Brook and Emerald Pool.
the bridge over the Kennebec River.
We also have some advice on how to stay safe while enjoying your local swimming hole.
reservations are best made in February or March.
Some of the best swimming holes are the ones you have to do a little bit of exploring to get to. along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
- Swimming or even walking on the riverbank above the falls is
From here, I will quote directions from an e mail I got in 7/2003:
STEP FALLS [STEP]: Just south of
In The Forks
Lake Anasagunticook is on the . Sandy River
From
AREAS
Careful of the current under the
be a touch warmer than other mountain streams because of the small
DESCRIPTION
She lost her
along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
This swimming hole listing is by
Not verified.
Not verified. it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too
If you're looking for a secret swimming spot, check out these scenic options and don't forget to keep your lips zipped! camp use in season, so it can be quite crowded and at such times the
A 32-foot waterfall makes for some shallow, misty swimming holes, just a quarter-mile's hike from the road. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. To get there: continue east on RT 25, in the
It
What you don't see until
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site.
Before
Leave this place cleaner than you found
Not verified.
Togue Pond Gate House at the southern entrance of Baxter State
02/06/2005 Link
STATE MAP
Unofficial
Located in the beautiful Beartown State Forest, the pond is surrounded by hiking trails and wild blueberry bushes.
Very Confident. DIRECTIONS
(Accuracy: Exact)
To get there: From Rumford, go
Updated
He went out after her, and
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
DESCRIPTION
of the day over 1000 times. AREAS
dipping: use discretion in upper hole, suits optional in lower pool.
This is another "set" of swimming holes on Bickford Brook not far
STATE MAP
flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get
Step Falls will be on the right just
Link to Google Map
lat=44.7211, lon=-70.6286 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) .
Not verified. been there.
For details, see
WATER
BATHING
Falls where Houston Brook empties into Wyman Lake on the Kennebec
TO
Camping at the
LAT,
Moulton Falls is the big dog for swimming holes. Not verified.
TYPE
towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the
It is well marked. SANCTION
SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRE]:
Hamilton Pool Preserve You'll find this swimming hole below a 50-foot waterfall just outside Austin in Travis County.
flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get
COOS CANYON [COOS]:
Park but apparently no camping.
about .5 mile to a grassy area used as a landing strip. FACILITIES
ACTIVITIES
Link to Google Map
CONFIDENCE
ROYAL RIVER
Pretty Confident
pond on your left.
1
Lat=43.96047, Lon=-69.509342 Source:
Link to Google Map
Great Works River
WATERVILLE, SKOWHEGAN, WEST
advisable to attempt to jump over the gorge, regardless of what
Leigh's Mill Pond
DESCRIPTION
On RT 127 after you pass the turn off
AREAS
STATE
Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top
The water cascaded down moss covered
Park, and follow the path for a couple
113-North) 0.5 miles.
PHONE
FACILITIES
Brook.
On the
St. Marys Quarry, 425 Water Street S, St. Marys, ON, Canada, +1 519 284 3090.
picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges. Required
area.
Unknown
(above).
a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all.
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There are also
To access
STATE
(If you get to the Cold River AMC campground,
is located on the island has caused much damage to the tree and to the
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 to New Portland then
Pretty Confident. Royal River park. down to the water.
made an astonishing basin, an outstanding swimming spot.
None
River
To get here: Continue south on RT 113
Falls are in the Grafton Notch State Park. FEE
The swimming spot
Take the Trail up to the junction of the Blueberry Ridge
The next spot up
Park but apparently no camping.
WATERVILLE, SKOWHEGAN, BINGHAM
reservations are best made in February or March.
It is especially not
turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). SUITS
Also Mount Blue
Saco river
over the Saco River. Unknown
Falls
PHONE
Varies.
for kids.
BE VERY CAREFUL
Unofficial
WATER
this or any other swimming hole. under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside
upper pool sees a lot more use."
After crossing the bridge, turn left
view of the island and not swim out to it. From Farmington,
campers there also.
Milo, then continue north on RT 11 about 13 miles then west on Katahdin
(There is another Screw Auger Falls in Maine, see "GULF HAGAS AREA")
AREAS
The time from Millinocket to the Ledges is probably 1 1/2 hours one
Vaughan Woods State Park
For the
left and walk to the river.
After you pass through Georgetown on RT 127, just before you cross the
No
SANCTION
hundred yards. Then:
very photogenic falls with several cascades and a fun swimming place in
No
Link to Google Map
ME
She had simply waded into the pool above the
facing the water. Baxter State Park
the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the
Link to Google Map
LAT, LON lat=44.6422,
PHOTO
DIRECTIONS
Book a dog-friendly room at The Stowehof Hotel, which is surrounded by 26 acres and features mountain vistas.
apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. SANCTION
VERIFIED
Swimming, Sliding
DESCRIPTION
Not verified.
Updated 3/16/2003.
Unknown
ACTIVITIES
AREAS
The majority of our four-legged friends absolutely love to go for a swim. gorge is nearly 4 miles long, displaying vertical slate walls 300' to
NO PHOTO
Royal River Park
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LAKEWOOD
Follow RT 117 until it merges
www.swimmingholes.org
Unknown
Not verified.
happy reader reports : We've
Bring a life jacket and you can
It is especially not
LAT,
As a result, the bank swallow nests were trampled.
NONE.this is
For the
notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut
and New Portland.
lat=44.83831, lon=-70.34533 (Source:
ME
Fairly secluded
3/20/2003.
Link to Google Map
Emerald that, although not secluded, is traditionally the place to go
It is, in fact, in clear view of the bridge.
[3 PLACES]
This swimming hole is located on private property.
Not
From the
Park, and follow the path for a couple
woods trail (entry is on left just before you reach water) to reach
Follow the AMC trail signs and then the sign
You may just satisfy yourself with a dip in
Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a
It
This swimming hole listing is by
under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside
DO NOT DIVE. Iron Works Rd.
RANGELEY LAKES for details on other locations here.
CAMPING
Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area. PHOTO
UPDATED
3/20/2003
There
A rocky shoreline offers lots of nice spots from
information.
SANCTION
and is listed on the National Registry of Landmarks.
The campgrounds fill up early,
very deep pool, crystal clear water. approximately 75 feet across.
Pond Rd. This Massachusetts swimming hole offers clear blue waters, a sandy beach, and a clearly designated swimming area. STATE
A river swimming hole is a point in a river where the water has pooled, is relatively shallow, and the current is slow enough to be able to swim. PHONE
beach area.
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard
201 in Bingham, take Bridge St. across the Kennebec River and turn right on Pleasant Ridge Rd. the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property. Take RT 16 north about 25 miles to
Near Byron, on RT 17, park at the Coos Canyon Rest Area on the
There are many other swimming holes along this river between Stratton
footing, was swept away and called for help. In 0.7 miles,
when families are below. None
TO
ACTIVITIES
The campgrounds fill up early,
STATE
Brook.
Swimming hole in the Saco River in East Limington, at the roadside
Website. which runs along the river and
strong.
Unknown
beach area i.e.
No
for the die-hard strip-n-dippers when families are below." This area is now
CAMPING
Spectacular swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F. between Phillips and Salem.
SEE BELOW
CARRABASSETT, NEW PORTLAND
A nice swimming area, with many levels of pools.
The next spot up
The rangers
STATE MAP
In The Forks
From Bar Harbor,
CONFIDENCE
All directions
river that feeds it.
crossing the bridge over the river, you will see a parking is on the
for kids.
DIRECTIONS
is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit
shoot some of the smaller rapids.
This is a
ACTIVITIES
There is
Bristol Dam swimming area.
AREAS
Link to Google Map
Bingham (just south of Bingham), turn west (left) on RT 16 and cross
PHOTO
Hermitage. This spot is the closest to the
This swimming hole listing is by
(There is another Screw Auger Falls in Maine, see "GULF HAGAS AREA")
in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me
Falls River.
Unknown
This deep hole is bounded on one side by a sun-drenched, sloping rock face.
Very Confident. Where can I go for hikes with swimming holes near me? Also called "Canton Lake".
remember that you are a guest here and to treat this land like you
STATE
But if you cross the stream and walk
house. . From Farmington,
TOWNS
National Park, make reservations well
follow the path along the river to the ledge.
swimming hole is right on the highway, "you can't miss
No better
You can start your trip at Farewell Bend Park and float downstream to Drake Park in the Bend's downtown.
There is, however, a large parking lot.
No
BATHING
odometer and proceed up Sunday River Rd., keeping to the right at any
PHONE
Its something almost anyone can do, and another bonus is that its free!
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