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Historical Mill-Site River PoolME
Woolen Mill Hole
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Woolen Mill Hole in Phillips: History and Riverbank Access. Confirm the exact entrance, manager rules, fees and services before travel.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Official town history confirms the swimming-hole name; current bathing entrance and owner permission unresolved. No current managed bathing season established for the historical pool.
Water type
Historical Mill-Site River Pool
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current swimming admission or free public access policy established.
Best season
No current managed bathing season established for the historical pool
Nearby towns
Farmington, Phillips, Salem
Water body
Sandy River
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
Farmington, Phillips, Salem
Access location not verified
SALEM, ME
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 directions are retained separately; use current manager instructions for travel.
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The Sandy River identity is real; current bank permission needs checking
Phillips' official town history identifies the Woolen Mill swimming-hole name on the Sandy River near the Salem Road bridge, where the mill foundation remains. This corroborates the historical Maine destination, not the saved Mill Hole record in Burkesville, Kentucky.
Use Phillips and Salem Road, not the Kentucky match
The archived Route 142 approach lies between Phillips and Salem. The saved Kentucky place cannot supply Maine photos, directions or services. Ask about the precise lawful riverbank entrance before travel rather than using a similarly named mill hole.
Withdraw the designated-shoulder and jumping claims
The live directions previously converted an old right-side roadside parking note into a designated shoulder and encouraged jumping. Neither present parking authorization nor surveyed landing depth is established. Do not park by the bridge or jump from rocks on that evidence.
History is not a managed beach service
The town's historical name supports a meaningful local river story, but it does not publish current beach operation, lifeguards, testing or overnight access. Confirm the owner and conditions; arrange facilities and accommodation separately.
Check the destination information
Getting There
Confirm the exact lawful Phillips/Salem Road river approach and parking with the responsible owner. Do not use the Kentucky Mill Hole match or assume a designated roadside shoulder.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Confirm the exact lawful Phillips/Salem Road river approach and parking with the responsible owner. Do not use the Kentucky Mill Hole match or assume a designated roadside shoulder.
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
Official town history confirms the swimming-hole name; current bathing entrance and owner permission unresolved. No current managed bathing season established for the historical pool. 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
Frequently Asked Questions About Woolen Mill Hole
Does the town confirm the Woolen Mill Hole name?
Yes. Phillips' official history describes the Sandy River swimming-hole name near the Salem Road bridge and the former mill foundation.
Is the saved Mill Hole in Kentucky this place?
No. Burkesville, Kentucky is a different destination. Its primary photograph and location must not be transferred to Maine.
Is bridge-side parking designated for visitors?
Current designated parking is not established. The old roadside note must not be promoted as an approved shoulder or lot.
Are the rocky jumping spots verified?
No. Current permission and landing depth are not surveyed. The previous jumping encouragement is withdrawn.
Are there lifeguards or tested beach facilities?
The town history does not establish an operating managed beach, supervision or current water-quality testing at this bank.
Can we camp at the mill site?
No overnight permission has been established. Book an authorized campground or lodging separately.
Highlights
Clear, refreshing waters perfect for swimming
Rocky shoreline ideal for jumping
Scenic views of Maine’s countryside
Rich wildlife and plant life
Untouched tranquility away from crowds
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Avoid jumping, diving, natural slides and high or rising flow
- A recreation listing or clear appearance is not a water-quality or depth guarantee
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph only from currently lawful viewpoints; no exact water-entry photograph is approved here.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Follow current manager routes and fire restrictions, respect private parcels and pack out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
No current managed bathing season established for the historical pool.
Difficulty Level
Use the intended legal route and confirm mobility needs; no surveyed accessible bathing entry established.
Fee
No current swimming admission or free public access policy established.
Facilities
Mill foundation/history corroborated; no current managed bathing services, lifeguards or testing established.
Activities
Official town history confirms the swimming-hole name; current bathing entrance and owner permission 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
No riverbank overnight authorization established; use separately authorized accommodation.
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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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