Public parking
Parking lot
21 N 3rd St, Lewisburg, PA 17837
CreekPA
Eleven Foot Hole
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
The Eleven Foot Hole archive gives uncertain Swift Run directions near Troxelville. Distinguish forest hiking access from a verified creek swimming entrance.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
No current site-specific swimming entrance or jumping permission established. The former dive and eleven-foot-depth descriptions are withdrawn; a forest trail is not a depth survey.
Water type
Creek
Access
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current lawful free bathing entrance or pool admission established.
Best season
No verified bathing season. Confirm access before planning a water visit
Nearby towns
Harrisburg, Lewisburg, State College
Water body
Swift Run Near Troxelville; Exact Pool Unresolved
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Harrisburg, Lewisburg, State College
Access location not verified
STATE COLLEGE, 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.
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A pool name is not a measured depth
The historical note places Eleven Foot Hole somewhere along Swift Run west of Troxelville and explicitly questions whether Jacks Mountain Fire Road is the approach. That uncertainty remains important: the name does not establish an eleven-foot depth, a mapped public pool or a usable descent.
Use the forest's natural-area information for a hike
DCNR locates Snyder-Middleswarth Natural Area along Swift Run Road west of Troxelville and identifies foot trails through its old-growth forest. Tall Timbers lies farther west along Swift Run. These are real forest destinations, not confirmation that an unnamed pool is a designated swimming area.
Make the visit entrance-specific
Do not follow the tentative Jacks Mountain Fire Road suggestion as a verified water route. Confirm the exact pool, property boundary, legal parking and permitted activity with the forest manager before entering.
No exact-pool toilets, drinking water, maintained water entry or supervision verified. Natural-area hiking access does not establish poolside services. No current lawful free bathing entrance or pool admission established.
Permission, season and overnight planning
No current site-specific swimming entrance or jumping permission established. The former dive and eleven-foot-depth descriptions are withdrawn; a forest trail is not a depth survey. No verified bathing season. Confirm access before planning a water visit; summer weather does not resolve the pool's location. Arrange any overnight stay at a separately authorized campsite; no poolside camping permission established.
Current destination planning sources
Getting There
Do not follow the tentative Jacks Mountain Fire Road suggestion as a verified water route. Confirm the exact pool, property boundary, legal parking and permitted activity with the forest manager before entering.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Do not follow the tentative Jacks Mountain Fire Road suggestion as a verified water route. Confirm the exact pool, property boundary, legal parking and permitted activity with the forest manager before entering.
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 current site-specific swimming entrance or jumping permission established. The former dive and eleven-foot-depth descriptions are withdrawn; a forest trail is not a depth survey. 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
Fairground Rd Parking
Parking lot
5 (1)
499 Fairground Rd, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Dale's Ridge Trail
Hiking area
4.7 (205)
T450, Lewisburg, PA 17837
Jellystone Park Milton
RV park
4.2 (514)
670 Hidden Paradise Rd, Milton, PA 17847
Little Mexico Campground
Campground
4.4 (325)
1640 Little Mexico Rd, Winfield, PA 17889
River Edge RV Camp & Marina
Campground
4 (54)
443 Riveredge Ln, Winfield, PA 17889
RestroomWi-Fi
Buffalo Valley Rail Trail Restrooms
Public bathroom
5 (1)
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau
Visitor center
4.6 (31)
2733 PA-45 Ste 2, Milton, PA 17847
Restroom
Frequently Asked Questions About Eleven Foot Hole
Does the name establish an eleven-foot swimming depth?
No. No current depth measurement is verified. Do not dive or jump based on the name or the old descriptive text.
Is Jacks Mountain Fire Road the confirmed entrance?
No. The archive itself says that suggestion is uncertain. It should not be used as a verified approach to the water.
What public destination can I identify along Swift Run?
DCNR identifies Snyder-Middleswarth and Tall Timbers natural areas along the corridor. Their foot trails are hiking context, not confirmation of this exact swimming pool.
Can I use the saved Fuller Lake location instead?
Fuller Lake Day Use Area in Gardners is a different destination. It does not locate Eleven Foot Hole near Troxelville.
Are there toilets or a maintained beach at the pool?
No current exact-pool services or maintained bathing entrance were established in this review. Plan a forest outing independently of the unresolved pool.
Is summer access automatically free and permitted?
No lawful free bathing entrance or seasonal permission follows from a warm day, a road name or a natural-area listing. Confirm the exact destination first.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump, dive, use rope swings or improvise bank descents
- Follow posted water boundaries and avoid high or rising flow
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Historical directions preserved separately, not presented as current visitor authorization.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Use lawful viewpoints and respect other visitors' privacy. A historical photograph is not current bathing access, depth or water-quality proof.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use authorized routes, respect private property and closures, protect creek banks and pack out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
No verified bathing season. Confirm access before planning a water visit; summer weather does not resolve the pool's location.
Difficulty Level
Use the selected manager's current entrance and route. No generic easy descent, safe depth or accessible water entry inferred.
Fee
No current lawful free bathing entrance or pool admission established.
Facilities
No exact-pool toilets, drinking water, maintained water entry or supervision verified. Natural-area hiking access does not establish poolside services.
Activities
Named recreation and historical bathing reference; exact swimming activity remains unresolved.
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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.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
Arrange any overnight stay at a separately authorized campsite; no poolside camping permission established.
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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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