Riverside Park Parking Area
Parking lot
Church St, Hawley, PA 18428
CreekPA
Devils Well
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Separate the historical Hawley Devils Well from a distant Devils Hole map match. Confirm property permission, parking and an actual creek route before visiting.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
No swimming, jumping, sliding, clothing-optional or overnight permission inferred from archived descriptions. Follow current destination-specific manager rules.
Water type
Creek
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current archived-pool admission or lawful free-entry authorization established; separately managed recreation sites have their own fees.
Best season
Confirm permission and current conditions first
Nearby towns
Hawley
Water body
Wallenpaupack Creek
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Hawley
Access location not verified
HAWLEY, PA
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
About the archived record
Historical locator evidence retained in archived directions, not represented as current visitor authorization.
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Devils Well: confirm the Hawley destination
The archived instructions name Wallenpaupack Creek, a crossing from Pike Street/Cromwell Avenue and a ridge walk near The Ledges. They do not establish a public trail, lawful parking or present-day swimming permission. The suggested 20-minute walk is historical context, not a measured current route.
The saved Devils Hole record is a different place
The Google match identifies The Devils Hole in Barrett Township, approximately 23.9 miles from the old Hawley point. Similar names do not connect that destination to Wallenpaupack Creek. Its images or place status must not be used to verify this listing.
What the hotel source actually confirms
Ledges Hotel's own property description confirms its setting above Wallenpaupack Creek and waterfall-viewing decks. It does not identify a public Devils Well trail or authorize visitors to park at the hotel and descend to a natural pool. Guest amenities and scenic access are not general riverbank permission.
Resolve the entrance before planning a swim
Parking and boundaries
Ask the responsible owner or manager about the exact route and intended activity. Do not walk along an informal ridge path or use hotel parking without permission. No accessible water route, measured trail distance or current public car park is verified, so the former swimming pin is withheld.
Depth, jumping and supervision
No current depth survey, supervised bathing area or water-quality clearance is established. The previous cliff-jumping and comfortable-water assurances are withdrawn. Do not jump or dive into unknown creek water or treat a waterfall-viewing property as a maintained swimming destination.
Services and overnight use
No pool-specific toilet, drinking water, fee schedule or camping permission has been verified. Arrange any lodging or camping separately through its operator. The historical label remains for identification, not as a recommendation to enter unconfirmed property.
Getting There
Confirm the actual Hawley/Wallenpaupack Creek entrance, owner permission and authorized parking before travel. Do not follow the archived hotel/ridge route without permission or navigate to the distant Barrett Township Devils Hole.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Confirm the actual Hawley/Wallenpaupack Creek entrance, owner permission and authorized parking before travel. Do not follow the archived hotel/ridge route without permission or navigate to the distant Barrett Township Devils Hole.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
No swimming, jumping, sliding, clothing-optional or overnight permission inferred from archived descriptions. Follow current destination-specific manager rules. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Forrest village
Parking lot
Hawley, PA 18428
The Devils Hole
Bay
4.4 (7)
Barrett Township, PA 18326
Wilsonville Recreation Area
Campground
4.3 (206)
113 Ammon Dr, Hawley, PA 18428
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Big Bear Camp
Campground
4.3 (10)
422 T395, Hawley, PA 18428
Restroom
Public bathroom
5 (1)
109 River Birch Ln, Hawley, PA 18428
Pocono Mountains Visitors Center Lake Wallenpaupack
Visitor center
4.7 (245)
2512 US-6, Hawley, PA 18428
Restroom
Bradford Ranger District
Visitor center
4.9 (11)
29 Forest Service Dr, Bradford, PA 16701
Restroom
Frequently Asked Questions About Devils Well
Is Devils Well the same as The Devils Hole in Barrett Township?
No connection is established. The saved Devils Hole record is approximately 23.9 miles from the historical Hawley point and cannot supply this listing's identity or photos.
Can I park at Ledges Hotel to reach the pool?
No public parking permission for that outing has been verified. Ask the property operator and responsible creek-side owner before using hotel parking or an informal path.
Does the hotel confirm a public swimming route?
Its official page confirms waterfall-viewing decks above Wallenpaupack Creek, not a Devils Well trail or natural-pool swimming permission.
Is the archived 20-minute ridge walk current?
It has not been independently measured or verified as a lawful maintained route. Do not follow it as current visitor instructions.
Is cliff jumping or the pool depth verified?
No. Current depth, submerged obstacles, supervision and water quality are unresolved. Jumping and diving recommendations have been withdrawn.
Are there bathrooms, camping or an entrance fee at the pool?
Current pool-specific facilities, overnight permission and charges are not verified. Hotel services and nearby campgrounds must not be transferred to the creek.
Highlights
Historical destination distinguished from current access
Nearby managed recreation kept separate
Jumping and rope-swing assumptions withdrawn
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump or dive into unknown water, use an uninspected swing, enter high or rising flow or cross unauthorized land
- Water clarity does not certify quality or depth
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
No exact-site saved collection approved; unrelated destination photos withheld. Photograph only from lawful permitted viewpoints.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use permitted routes, protect creek banks and carry out litter. Do not create paths or cross posted property.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Confirm permission and current conditions first; season does not guarantee safe water or lawful access.
Difficulty Level
Current lawful approach and mobility suitability unverified; old walk estimates do not certify access.
Fee
No current archived-pool admission or lawful free-entry authorization established; separately managed recreation sites have their own fees.
Facilities
No verified pool-specific toilet, drinking water, changing facility, maintained trail or parking; hotel guest amenities are separate.
Activities
Historical swimming reference; no exact current bathing entrance verified. Separate named public recreation requires its own plan.
Phone
No verified on-site operator for the archived swimming entrance; use the linked responsible manager for separate destinations
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No overnight permission verified at Devils Well. Arrange lodging or authorized camping separately.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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