AL
Fee
Chewacla State Park
Montgomery
Plan your visit to Chewacla State Park's swimming hole near Auburn, AL. Find directions, safety tips, and details for swimming in the creek and lake.
Chewacla Creek
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Creek Swimming Holes
Creek Swimming Holes
181 locations across 33 states
Discover intimate waterways and hidden swimming holes perfect for quiet retreats and secluded adventures.
181
Swimming Holes
33
States
63
Free Access
118
Fee Required
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181 creek locations found
AL
Fee
Chickasabogue Park
Mobile
Plan your visit to the Chickasabogue Park swimming hole in Alabama. Get directions, safety tips, and details on access for a fun, family-friendly day by Chickasaw Creek.
Chickasaw Creek (?)
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AL
Fee
Coldwater Creek Park
Birmingham
Visit Coldwater Creek Park for a refreshing swim. Get directions from Birmingham, Anniston, and Oxford, plus essential safety and access information.
Coldwater Creek
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AL
Fee
Turkey Creek Nature Preserve
Birmingham
Explore the unofficial swimming and natural rock slides at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve near Pinson, AL. Find directions, safety tips, and visitor info.
Turkey Creek
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AZ
Free
Cave Creek
Phoenix
Find the unofficial Cave Creek swimming hole via Trail 4 near Seven Springs. Hike details, safety tips, and directions for this Arizona desert oasis.
Cave Creek
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AZ
Fee
Clear Creek
Flagstaff
Plan a visit to Clear Creek swimming hole near Winslow, AZ. Find directions via McHood Park, safety tips for swimming and jumping, and essential visitor info.
Clear Creek
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AZ
Free
Mormons Crossing
Sedona
Mormons Crossing is an unofficial Oak Creek swimming hole near Sedona, AZ. Free to access, with directions and a late-spring to early-fall season.
Oak Creek
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AZ
Fee
Oak Creek Swimming Holes of Northern Arizona
Sedona
Plan your visit to Grasshopper Point on Oak Creek near Sedona. Get directions, safety tips, and info on swimming, sliding rocks, and fees.
Oak Creek
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AZ
Free
Sycamore Canyon
Phoenix
Sycamore Canyon is an unofficial Sycamore Creek swimming hole near Camp Verde, AZ. Free to access, with directions and a spring to early-summer season.
Sycamore Creek
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AR
Free
Blue Hole - Wolf Den
Little Rock
Blue Hole at Wolf Den, AR is a free creek-and-falls swimming hole on Hurricane Creek. A remote, unofficial spot near Little Rock; plan your route.
Hurricane Creek
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AR
Free
Cadron Creek Swimming Spots in Central Arkansas
Little Rock
Guide to unofficial Cadron Creek swimming spots near Conway, AR. Find directions to RT 65 & RT 285 bridge access, safety tips, and what to expect.
Cadron Creek
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AR
Free
Half Bushel
Fort Smith
Find Half Bushel, an unofficial swimming spot on Big Shoal Creek in the Ozark National Forest. Directions, safety tips, and what to know before you go.
Big Shoal Creek
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AR
Free
Haw Creek Falls Swimming and Recreation Area
Russellville
Plan a visit to the Haw Creek Falls recreation area. Find directions to the Fort Douglas Bridge and Haw Creek Falls swimming holes, plus safety tips for this unofficial Arkansas spot.
Haw Creek/Big Piney Creek
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AR
Free
Lee Creek Ozark Swimming Holes
Fort Smith
Free, unofficial Lee Creek swimming holes near Fort Smith, Cedarville, and Natural Dam, Arkansas. Get directions, creek access notes, and best season.
Lee Creek
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AR
Free
Long Pool Recreation Area, Big Piney Creek
Russellville
Plan your visit to Long Pool Recreation Area for swimming in Big Piney Creek. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for this Arkansas spot.
Big Piney Creek
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AR
Fee
Petit Jean State Park Swimming Holes
Little Rock
Explore Cedar Falls and the Blue Hole swimming area in Petit Jean State Park, Arkansas. Find trail details, safety tips, and directions.
Cedar Creek
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AR
Free
Richland Creek Swimming Holes in the Ozark National Forest
Russellville
Plan a trip to Richland Creek's swimming holes near Russellville, AR. Find directions to Falling Water Falls & Richland Creek Campground, plus safety tips.
Richland Creek/ Falling Water Creek
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CA
Fee
Black Canyon
San Diego
Find directions, access details, and safety tips for the unofficial Black Canyon swimming hole and waterfall in Cleveland National Forest near San Diego.
Black Canyon Creek
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CA
Free
Lake Arrowhead and Deep Creek Swimming Spots
San Bernadrino
Find directions, parking, and safety tips for visiting Aztec Falls and unofficial Deep Creek swimming spots near Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino National Forest.
Deep Creek
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CA
Fee
Memorial Park
Redwood City
Cool off in shaded Pescadero Creek swimming holes at Memorial County Park near La Honda, CA. Ancient redwoods, clear pools, and easy Bay Area access. Directions, parking, and seasonal tips.
Pescadero Creek
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CA
Fee
Mono Hot Springs
Fresno
Visit Mono Hot Springs in California's Sierra National Forest. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for this unofficial hot springs and creek area.
South Fork of San Joaquin River
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CA
Fee
Rock Pool
Thousand Oaks
A guide to Rock Pool, an unofficial swimming and jumping spot in Malibu Creek State Park near Thousand Oaks and Malibu. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes.
Malibu Creek
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CO
Fee
Dominguez Canyon
Grand Junction
Plan a hike to Dominguez Canyon swimming holes near Grand Junction. Guide covers directions, trail info, safety tips, and seasonal access for this unofficial spot.
Gunnison River, Little Dominguez Creek
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CO
Fee
Guffey Gorge
Colorado Springs
Plan your visit to Guffey Gorge, a natural swimming hole on Fourmile Creek near Colorado Springs. Get directions, safety tips, and essential info.
Fourmile Creek
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CO
Fee
Medano Creek
Pueblo
Visit Medano Creek in Colorado for seasonal water play, tubing, and skim boarding at the base of towering sand dunes. Plan your trip with essential tips.
Medano Creek
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CO
Fee
Queens Canyon Punchbowls
Colorado Springs
Creek swimming holes (the Punchbowls) on Camp Creek near Colorado Springs, CO. Free to access via a hike-in to this unofficial swimming hole spot.
Camp Creek
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CO
Free
Tabeguache Creek
Grand Junction
Find the unofficial Tabeguache Creek swimming hole near Naturita, CO. Get driving directions, access notes, and important safety tips for your visit.
Tabeguache Creek
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CT
Fee
Riga Falls
Salisbury
A guide to Riga Falls in Salisbury, CT. Find directions, safety tips, and access details for this unofficial swimming and wading spot on Wachocastinook Creek.
Wachocastinook Creek
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FL
Fee
Econfina Creek
Tallahassee
Guide to swimming, canoeing, and rope swings at Econfina Creek in Florida. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for Pitt Spring and other areas.
Econfina Creek
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FL
Fee
Eglin Air Force Base Swimming Holes
Pensacola
Explore unofficial swimming holes at Eglin AFB, including Live Oak Creek and Blue Springs. Essential access info, directions, and safety tips for visitors.
Live Oak Creek; Blue Springs
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GA
Fee
Blue Hole - Kinchafoonee
Albany
Blue Hole on Kinchafoonee Creek, GA is a free swimming hole with a rope swing near Albany. Get directions and details before you visit.
Kinchafoonee Creek
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GA
Free
Holly Creek Swimming Spots, North Georgia
Dalton
Creek swimming holes on Holly Creek in the Chattahoochee NF near Dalton and Eton, GA. Free to access, with directions to each swimming hole spot.
Holly Creek
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GA
Free
Mccosh Mill
Atlanta
A guide to the unofficial McCosh Mill swimming hole on Wehadkeen Creek near West Point Lake, GA. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes.
Wehadkeen Creek
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GA
Free
Mill Creek
Atlanta
Explore the unofficial Mill Creek swimming hole near Woodstock, GA. Find directions, access notes, and essential safety tips for swimming and rope swings.
Mill Creek
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GA
Free
Pooles Mill
Atlanta
Plan a visit to the unofficial Poole's Mill swimming hole on Settingdown Creek in GA. Find directions, safety tips, and what to know before you go.
Settingdown Creek
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GA
Free
Rockmart
Atlanta
A guide to the unofficial Rockmart swimming hole on Thompson Creek. Find directions, safety tips, and details for swimming and jumping.
Thompson Creek
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ID
Fee
Thousand Springs State Park Swimming and Recreation Areas
Boise
Explore swimming and recreation at Thousand Springs State Park in Idaho. Find directions, safety tips, and access info for the Snake River and spring-fed areas.
Snake River and Others
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IL
Fee
Shawnee National Forest Swimming Destinations
Evansville (in)
Guide to swimming holes & beaches in Shawnee National Forest, IL. Find directions, safety tips, and details for Pounds Hollow Lake, Iron Furnace, and Bell Smith Springs.
Varies - See Below
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KY
Free
Breaks Interstate Park Swimming Spots
Pikeville (KY)
Explore unofficial swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping spots in Breaks Interstate Park along the Russell Fork and Grassy Creek. Find directions and safety tips.
Varies- See Below
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KY
Fee
Clear Creek
Corbin
Find directions and safety tips for swimming at the unofficial Clear Creek swimming hole near Pineville, Kentucky. Access via the Clear Creek Fitness Trail.
Clear Creek
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KY
Fee
Temple Hill Area
Bowling Green
Guide to swimming in Skaggs Creek near Temple Hill, KY. Find directions to Happy Hollow and Lions Club Park, with safety tips and access notes.
Skagg'S Creek
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KY
Free
Short Creek
Somerset. London
Short Creek is an unofficial, spring-fed swimming hole near Somerset, KY. Free to access, with directions and a spring to early-autumn season.
Short Creek
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LA
Free
Oberlin Louisiana Swimming Holes
Lafayette
Find swimming holes on Whisky Chitto Creek near Oberlin, LA. Tips for swimming, rope swings, canoeing, and safety for an unofficial natural spot.
Whisky Chitto Creek/Calcasieu River
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MD
Free
Camp Harding Park
Hagerstown
Guide to the unofficial swimming hole near Camp Harding Park, MD. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for this natural water spot on Licking Creek.
Licking Creek
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MD
Free
Green Ridge State Forest Swimming Spots
Hancock
Explore unofficial swimming and tubing spots on Fifteen Mile Creek in Maryland's Green Ridge State Forest. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes.
Fifteen Mile Creek
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MD
Fee
Gunpowder Falls State Park Hereford Area Swimming Holes
Baltimore
Find access points for swimming and tubing in the Big Gunpowder Falls. Guide to Bunker Hill, Hobo Beach, Raven Falls, and more with safety tips.
Big Gunpowder Creek
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MD
Fee
Gunpowder Falls State Park Central Swimming Areas
Baltimore
Visit the unofficial Long Green Creek swimming hole (The Pool) in Gunpowder Falls State Park. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for a refreshing Maryland swim.
Varies-See Below
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MD
Fee
Meadowside
Baltimore
Plan a visit to the unofficial Meadowside swimming hole on North Branch Rock Creek. Find directions, safety tips, and details for wading near Baltimore, MD.
North Branch Rock Creek
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MD
Fee
Rocks State Park Swimming Holes, Maryland
Edgewood
Guide to swimming and tubing at Rocks State Park's Deer Creek spots: Wilson Creek, Hills Grove, and Kilgore Falls. Find directions, fees, and safety tips.
Deer Creek
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MD
Fee
Swallow Falls State Park Swimming Spots
Oakland
Find unofficial swimming spots, waterfalls, and rope swings at Swallow Falls State Park in Maryland. Plan your visit with directions, access notes, and safety tips.
Youghiogheny River/Muddy Creek/Tolliver Run
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MA
Fee
Glendale Falls
Pittsfield
A guide to Glendale Falls, an unofficial swimming hole and waterfall on Glendale Brook in Western Massachusetts. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes.
Glendale Brook
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MS
Fee
Black Creek Swimming Holes, Mississippi
Hattiesburg
Explore unofficial swimming holes on Black Creek near Hattiesburg, MS. Find directions to Big Creek Landing, Moody's Landing, and other spots for swimming and canoeing.
Black Creek
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MS
Fee
Bluff Creek Park
Biloxi
Plan your visit to Bluff Creek Park in Vancleave, MS. Get directions, safety tips, and key info for swimming in this official creek park.
Bluff Creek
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MS
Fee
Clark Creek Natural Area
Mccomb
Plan a visit to Clark Creek Natural Area in Mississippi. Guide to hiking trails, waterfalls, swimming holes, and essential safety tips for this unofficial natural area.
Clark Creek
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MS
Fee
Dunns Falls Water Park
Meridian
Visit Dunns Falls Water Park near Meridian, MS. Enjoy swimming, tubing, and a waterfall. Find directions, fees, and safety tips for this creek-side park.
Chunky Creek
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MS
Fee
Okatoma Creek
Hattiesburg
Find the popular Okatoma Creek swimming hole near Seminary, MS. Get directions, safety tips, and info on canoe rentals for a fun, unofficial spot.
Okatoma Creek
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MS
Fee
Perk Beach
Gulfport
A guide to Perk Beach, an unofficial swimming hole on Red Creek near Perkinston, Mississippi. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips.
Red Creek
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MS
Fee
Presleys Outing
Mobile
Visit Presley's Outing in Mississippi for swimming, tubing, and paddling on Goodes Mill Lake and Franklin Creek. Day-use fee. Directions from Mobile.
Goodes Mill Lake, Franklin Creek, Escatawpa River
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MO
Fee
Cherry Corner Access
Joplin
Unofficial swimming spot near Joplin with a rope swing. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for Cherry Corner on Shoal Creek.
Shoal Creek
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MT
Fee
Glacier National Park Swimming Spots
Missoula
Find scenic but cold swimming spots along Lake McDonald & McDonald Creek in Glacier NP. Tips for access, safety, and planning your visit.
Lake Mcdonald, Mcdonald Creek
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MT
Free
Mill Creek Falls
Missoula
Plan your visit to Mill Creek Falls near Hamilton, MT. Get trail directions, safety tips for swimming and hiking, and essential access information.
Mill Creek
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NV
Fee
Red Rock Canyon Oak Creek Swimming Spots
Las Vegas
Guide to unofficial swimming holes in Red Rock Canyon. Find directions, trail info, and safety tips for Oak Creek and First Creek near Las Vegas.
Oak Creek
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NH
Fee
Beard Creek
Hillsboro
Find the Beard Creek swimming hole in New Hampshire. Get directions from Hillsboro, parking info, and safety tips for a refreshing natural swim.
Beard Creek
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NH
Fee
Sawyer Area
Bartlett
Discover three swimming holes in Bartlett, NH's Sawyer Area. Find directions to Sawyer Rock, Paradise, and Breeder Pool for swimming and relaxing in natural settings.
Sawyer Brook
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NY
Fee
Black Hole
Lake George
Unofficial swimming and jumping spot on Mill Creek near Lake George. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for this natural area.
Mill Creek
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NY
Fee
Chautauqua Gorge Swimming Destinations
Buffalo
Guide to swimming and hiking at Chautauqua Gorge in NY. Find directions to Skinny Dip Falls, safety tips, and access notes for this unofficial natural area.
Chautauqua Creek
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NY
Fee
Coles Creek State Park
Ogdensburg
Plan your visit to the Coles Creek swimming area in NY. Find directions, park fees, facilities like toilets and picnic tables, and essential safety tips.
Coles Creek
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NY
Fee
Durham Catskills Swimming Holes
Albany
Guide to three unofficial swimming holes in Durham & Leeds, NY. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for Catskill Creek and Cornwallville Creek.
Varies - See Below
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NY
Fee
Fillmore Glen State Park
Syracuse
Visit Fillmore Glen State Park near Moravia, NY for swimming in Dry Creek, waterfall hikes, and picnics. Find directions, fees, and safety tips.
Dry Creek
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NY
Fee
George Bridge
Rochester
A guide to the unofficial George Bridge swimming hole on Oatka Creek near Rochester, NY. Find directions, safety tips, and access details.
Oatka Creek
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NY
Fee
Max Shaul Park Swimming Spots
Albany
Guide to unofficial swimming spots along the creek at Max V. Shaul State Park in NY. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for a responsible visit.
Varies-See Below
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NY
Fee
Mosquito Point
Kingston
A guide to the unofficial Mosquito Point swimming hole on Schoharie Creek, NY. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for swimming.
Schoharie Creek
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NY
Fee
Nassau Kinderhook Creek Swimming Holes
Albany
Explore two popular unofficial swimming holes on Kinderhook Creek in NY. Find directions, safety tips, and details for Jack's Corner and Beaver Cotton Mill.
Kinderhook Creek
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NY
Fee
Point Rock
Utica
Find directions and safety tips for swimming at the unofficial Point Rock swimming hole on East Branch Fish Creek near Utica, NY. No fee or facilities.
East Branch Fish Creek
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NY
Fee
Red Hook Hudson Valley Swimming Spots
Rhinebeck
Explore unofficial swimming spots near Red Hook, NY, including Stony Creek Falls, Twin Lakes, and Jansen Kill. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips.
Varies - See Below
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NY
Fee
Rock Stream
Elmira
Plan a visit to Rock Stream swimming hole near Watkins Glen, NY. Get driving directions, safety tips, and what to know about this natural creek spot.
Rock Stream
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NY
Free
Salamanca
Warren (PA)
A guide to the unofficial Salamanca swimming hole in Little Valley Creek. Find directions, safety tips, and access notes for this natural spot.
Little Valley Creek
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NY
Fee
Six Mile Creek Area
Ithaca
Explore unofficial swimming spots at Six Mile Creek Gorge near Ithaca, NY. Find directions, safety tips, and what to know before you visit.
Six Mile Creek
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NY
Fee
Treman State Park
Ithaca
Swim below the waterfall at Robert H. Treman State Park near Ithaca, NY. A gorge swimming hole on Enfield Creek; a state park fee applies.
Enfield Creek
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NY
Fee
Woodstock and Saugerties Swimming Holes
Saugerties
Guide to Little Deep and Big Deep swimming holes near Woodstock, NY. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for these unofficial creek spots.
Unknown
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NY
Free
Zoar Valley
Buffalo
Explore the unofficial Zoar Valley swimming holes and waterfalls in NY. Find directions, safety tips, and details for hiking, wading, and boating on Cattaraugus Creek.
Cattaraugus Creek
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NC
Free
Bear Creek and Wolf Creek Lakes Swimming Spots
Sylva
Find directions & tips for secluded swimming at Bear Creek Lake and Wolf Creek Lake in North Carolina. Know before you go to these unofficial spots.
Bear Creek Lake, Wolf Creek Lake
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NC
Free
Big Creek Smoky Mountains Swimming Spots
Knoxville
Find swimming holes along Big Creek in the Smoky Mountains. Get directions, safety tips, and details for Midnight Hole and other scenic spots.
Big Creek, Mouse Creek
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NC
Free
Big Laurel Creek Swimming Spots in Western North Carolina
Asheville
Find swimming holes & rope swings on Big Laurel Creek. Hike to secluded spots from Asheville. Safety tips & directions for this unofficial NC location.
Big Laurel Creek
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NC
Fee
Deep Creek Swimming Spots in Asheville and Bryson City
Asheville
Plan your visit to Deep Creek for swimming and tubing in the Great Smoky Mountains. Find directions, safety tips, and access details for this NC spot.
Deep Creek
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NC
Free
Fires Creek Region Swimming Spots
Cashiers
Explore swimming spots in the Fires Creek region of North Carolina, including Leatherwood Falls. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for a refreshing dip.
Fires Creek
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NC
Fee
New Hope Creek
Durham
Find the unofficial swimming hole on New Hope Creek near Durham, NC. Get directions, parking info, and essential safety tips for a safe visit.
New Hope Creek
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NC
Fee
Rocky Bluff
Asheville
Visit Rocky Bluff near Hot Springs, NC for swimming and sliding in Spring Creek. Find directions, parking info, and safety tips for this natural water feature.
Spring Creek
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OH
Free
The Bolt
Wheeling (WV)
Find The Bolt, an unofficial swimming hole on Sunfish Creek near Woodsfield, Ohio. Get directions, access notes, and safety tips for a safe visit.
Sunfish Creek
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OH
Free
Little Miami River Valley Swimming Spots
Cincinnati
Find unofficial swimming spots along Caesar Creek in Ohio's Little Miami River Valley. Learn about trail access, safety tips, and planning your visit.
Little Miami River, Caesars Creek
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OH
Free
The Tubbs
Pittsburgh (PA)
A guide to The Tubbs, an unofficial swimming hole on the North Fork of Little Beaver Creek in Ohio. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips.
North Fork of Little Beaver Creek
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OK
Fee
Pennington Creek Park
Oklahoma City
Plan your visit to Pennington Creek Park in Tishomingo, OK. Find directions, safety tips, and details for swimming in this official creek area.
Pennington Creek
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OK
Fee
Salina Oklahoma Swimming Hole
Tulsa
Visit Blue Hole Park, a family-friendly swimming hole near Tulsa. Features cold spring water, camping, and amenities. Check fees and rules before you go.
Saline Creek
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OK
Fee
Spring Creek Northeastern Oklahoma Swimming Spots
Tulsa
Guide to swimming spots on Spring Creek near Tulsa, OK. Find public access points, private campgrounds, fees, directions, and essential safety tips.
Spring Creek
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OR
Fee
Grayback
Cave Junction
Plan a visit to Grayback Swimming Hole near Cave Junction. Find directions, safety tips, and seasonal info for this unofficial spot on Sucker or Cave Creek.
Sucker Creek Or Cave Creek
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OR
Fee
Lithia Park
Ashland
Plan a visit to the swimming reservoir and Fairy Ponds in Ashland's Lithia Park. Find directions, access notes, and safety tips for water play.
Ashland Creek
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Arnold Valley Pool - Lexington Blowing Springs - Lexington Campbell Creek - Marion Dark Horse Hollow - Wytheville Elizabeth Furnace Area - Winchester Humpback Bridge - Lexington Keep Loudoun Beautiful Park - Leesburg Matts Creek James River Swimming Spots - Lexington Mountain Run - Harrisonburg Narrows Town Park - Blacksburg North Creek Blue Ridge Swimming Holes - Roanoke Overall Virginia Swimming Spots - Front Royal Roaring Run - Clifton Forge Virginia Creeper Trail Swimming Spots - Abingdon
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WV
Anthony Creek Greenbrier Swimming Spots - Lewisburg Camp Creek Area - Bluefield Cedar Creek State Park - Buckhannon Deckers Creek Trail - Morgantown Grafton Region Swimming Holes - Morgantown Horseshoe Bend Swimming Spots, Tucker County Wv - Davis Knapp Creek Area - Lewisburg Otter Creek Wilderness Swimming Spots - Elkins Stuart - Elkins Williams River Swimming Spots in Monongahela Forest - Lewisburg
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Overview
Explore 181 creek swimming holes across 33 states. Conditions vary—check local guidance, respect private land, and follow Leave No Trace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes creek swimming holes unique?
Discover intimate waterways and hidden swimming holes perfect for quiet retreats and secluded adventures. Always assess depth, current, and footing before entering the water.
When is the best season for creek swimming?
Late spring through early fall is most popular. After storms or snowmelt, currents and turbidity can increase—check recent conditions.
Are creek swimming holes free?
Many are free; some sit inside parks with day-use or parking fees. Bring cash or a card and verify rules before you go.
What should I bring for creek spots?
Water shoes, sun protection, plenty of drinking water, and a trash bag. Never jump without checking depth and hazards first.