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Find it. Both my children love to cliff jump on the Bouquet River. That is my daughter jumping and my son right behind her!! This is truly one of the most beautiful waterfalls I have ever seen. Split Rock Falls. You'll find many scenic waterfalls in the Adirondacks , but Split Rock Falls is one of the most remarkable. Multiple waterfalls drain into a natural pool at the base, which is where you should enjoy swimming and cliff jumping. Be cautious after heavy rain though, as conditions may become risky.

Buttermilk Falls. There are 10 waterfalls at Buttermilk Falls State Park near Ithaca, and the crown jewel of them all— feet high—serves as a location for one of the most scenic swimming holes in the state.

Swimming is permitted from the last weekend in June through Labor Day weekend. Split Rock Hole. There are several smaller little holes where the bottom is a smooth rock that feels like it was made to be sat in.

The water from behind you just barrels down on your shoulders and feels great! There is also a tiny rock peninsula that heads out into the river where people have made fires. It looks pretty sweet at night! A real great spot! To get here: Continue south on Coreys Rd. Follow this road about 9 miles to where it crosses the Cold River. Hike about 2 miles to the Big Eddy rapid in the Cold River.

This is the swimming hole. Sandy shore, rocky stream bed, rock ledges on opposite shore. Bathing suits customary at least in daytime. All facilities and camping nearby at Max Shaul S. To get here continue south on RT 30 then RT 30 will cross the Schoharie Creek and a state rest area will be on the right. If you get to Max Shaul S. Just after you pass the rest area, at end of the guard rail on the right, you will see a dirt track. Park off the side of RT It is a one minute walk to the creek.

Swimming places are right here in the creek. Swimming places in the Minnewaska S. Creek falls into small gorge in solid rock, runs out other end into pool. Can swim in gorge and in pool and downstream. Can jump into gorge. Porta-John in parking area. Keep to the right on this dirt road, over bridges, until you get to the large, manned, parking area on the left. Pay fee here and walk very short distance down path to swimming place.

Go west on RT 23 through Windham and Ashland. Several swimming places in Kinderhook Creek east of Albany. This is a "local" place. Grills are left under the bridge, strangers especially those without children may get the "evil eye". At the second bridge after RT 66, cross over Kinderhook Creek and park in large dirt lot on left. Turn east left onto Main St. Park here and walk back along RT 9 toward the bridge. Right beside the bridge abutment is a path going steeply down under the bridge to the river.

Swimming hole is under RT bridge in Kinderhook Creek. Small, fresh water pond in the Hamptons on Long Island. Pretty pond, small beaches, rope swing. Local swimming place, dogs kids. Nice bike ride from Sag Harbor. The pond is just off this road, only about 5 minutes drive from downtown Sag Harbor. RT 22 to Copake Falls.

Turn east onto RT Park entrance is. Bash Bish Falls is 2 miles further down road. Swimming and tubing places in the Catskills near Phoenicia. Go northwest on RT 28 about 25 miles to Phoenicia. Several outfitters or bring your own tubes. Some rapids, some quiet sections. Ask for an outfitter that lets you start right at the dam rapid some don't.

Life jackets seem to be required. Camp very nearby at Woodland Valley State Park. You will see signs for either the Point Au Roche S. Follow these signs and take the second park entrance which leads to free parking at the nature interpretation center. Follow the eastern loop trail, a paved service road, from the parking area. Keep left at fork with "short cut trail". There is a trail to the left at the beginning of the turn, which is the wrong one, and a smaller trail to the left at the end of the turn - this is the correct one.

You will not have to go more that two or three minutes before reaching the water. Another two minutes will get you to the bay and small beach. From a recent visitor: Currently, there are more people who wear suits than there are who skinny-dip, but they have never objected to nudity in this area. Swimming hole in creek with whirlpool action. This report from a visitor in "I grew up going there near my home. The swimming hole is in East Branch Fish Creek.

I am deaf and I don't know what the hearing people non-deaf call that swimming hole but we deaf people community call it Black Hole because the water is almost black dark rocks and it's like a whirlpool that rotates. Its about 10 feet deep. Pass the small town then take a left fork onto Yorkland Road. There is a dirt parking for cars on the right on Yorkland Road, that is the parking for the swimming hole in the East Branch Fish Creek. There is a stone stairs near the bridge to walk down and walk on the trail leading to the swimming hole.

This is about a 2 mile round trip hike to 25 foot waterfall which splits and has swimming hole at bottom of right hand channel. The hike is made difficult because of downed trees, slippery places, loose rocks and holes along the way. Landslides are common here. Access to Rattlesnake Gulf on one side is via property leased by Adams Eden Camp, which is a privately-owned camp but is open to the public. The other side of Rattlesnake Gulf is private property and is posted no trespassing - so please stay off.

Adams Eden Camp suggests you take a life guard if you go up here to swim. Adams Eden Camp web site. Also it appears landslides have changed the course of the creek as well as water quality; the water is very murky and mosquito-infested!

From Syracuse, take I S. Turn left onto US 20 for 4 miles. Turn left onto Case Hill Rd. Turn left onto South Cook Rd. End at Adams Eden Camp S. Cook Rd. Frequented by Bard College students. Market St. Take 9G north about 3. Theres a dirt parking area immediately past the bridge. Park here and walk to the falls you will likely hear the falls before you see them.

If you follow Stony Creek downstream, toward where it joins the Hudson River, there are said to be more pools. At the intersection in Elizaville, go west left on RT Goa short distance to a large dirt turn out on the north right side on the North Twin Lake. Park and walk to the lake. NOTE: As of , there was an issue with people walking across private property to get to the lake - we believe the town is working to resolve this - meantime, be respectful of the situation.

In Clermont, turn east right on Buckwheat Rd. The swimming hole is here at the bridge. Unique, small, enclosed floating pool in Hudson River uses actual river water which is quite clean at this point. Park, picnic area, children's playground. See also "The Floating Pool Lady" above. This is not the first floating pool in the New York area - around there were several in both the Hudson and East Rivers - which used the actual river water back when it was cleaner than now.

The Beacon River Pool is located just off the north shore of Riverfront Park a central destination for local youth and adults. The Park is only minutes away from Beacon's train station and ferry dock as well as regional attractions such as the DIA: Beacon and the Beacon Landing peninsula. The water quality at the River Pool site is one of the best in Dutchess County. Continue straight onto Wolcott Ave then turn right onto Beekman St. The river pool is at the far side of the park, in the river.

I think the swimming hole is near here. Off RT 17 in the far southwestern corner of the Catskills is Roscoe. Hidden but easy access from highway rest area. The gentler, more gradual swimming hole is in the woods at the far left corner of the rest area PHOTO. There is a deep swimming hole which is safe and beautiful although not an "official" swimming place. Overhead is a great old covered wooden bridge.

Grills and wooden tables for picnics, and bathrooms, etc. Camping very nearby Link to campground info and photo. The swimming hole is under the covered bridge just before the campground. The L. Creek is cool and clean all year round and is an easy park-n-dip!

Kids play there all summer but you have to like to share because it's only about 20' across. About 4' deep in the center during average flows and in the shade of heavy brush on both banks.

It's a good resting spot. State St. State St.. Keep left to stay on W. In a short distance, W. Sate ST. The swimming hole is under this bridge. Dont know where you can park.

Swimming is not permitted here but apparently people do. From Syracuse go north on I to exit 36 at Pulaski.

Turn right onto RT 13 and go about 6 miles to Altmar. Follow the signs to Salmon River Falls - about 1. Be very careful on the steep stairways and rough trail. Swimming holes on the Saranac Lakes - most only accessible by boat. Weller Pond is an often-associated water-body connected to Middle Saranac Lake. Between Lower and Middle Saranac Lakes is a self-operated lock an operator is often on duty during summer daytime hours.

There are 20 primitive first-come first-serve free primitive campsites on Upper Saranac Lake. The state runs the Saranac Lake Islands campground - this campground has 87 fee-based primitive campsites reserve at www.

The state also runs the Fish Creek Pond campground just off Upper Saranac Lake - this campground has campsites and accommodates all equipment from tents to 40' RVs. Ampersand Beach is a beautiful half-mile long beach on Middle Saranac Lake. It is located near the popular trailhead to Ampersand Mountain and climbers often stop here for a refreshing swim after their descent.

The waters are very shallow here - one can walk out yards and be only waist deep - an excellent beach for young children. Swimsuits are customary during daylight hours. Park at a parking area on the north right side of the road, just across the road from the Ampersand Mountain trailhead. Follow trail from the left side of the parking area to the north over a half mile long trail to Ampersand Beach on Middle Saranac Lake. From the state boat launch, head upriver left into Lower Saranac Lake.

Then head westward into Middle Saranac Lake, passing through the self-serve locks. The beach is located along the southern half of the west shore of Middle Saranac Lake. The distance from the state boat launch is approximately six miles. And adjacent to a tent beneath a giant maple, if possible. Hike or rent a rowboat to work up a sweat pre-dip.

Pine Meadow Lake Nestled among the thousands of miles of trails and lakes in Harriman State Park, Pine Meadow is the sweet spot for hikers in need of a refreshing dip. Follow the Pine Meadow path across creek and up along a mountain ledge to some of the clearest water the area has to offer.

One of the lower falls in Robert H. Treman State Park , Enfield is regarded as one of N. Millstream Swimming Hole A great and oft-overlooked spot right outside of Woodstock. Hike five miles and you will be handsomely rewarded with stunning blue water just begging for a dive.

For more travel news, tips and inspo, sign up for InsideHook 's weekly travel newsletter, The Journey. It is to be noted that visiting here can be dangerous, like any natural body of water with so much power, many have fallen on the slippery rocks near the base of the falls.

How to get here: Use the coordinates A popular state park to visit during the summer for camping, there's nothing better than taking a dip into the beautiful water at Stony Brook. Located in the small village of Dansville, you'll love exploring the trails throughout this park that will lead you to several waterfalls.

A small area of New York often visited by kayakers, a day spent soaking up the sun and cooling off in Ager Falls is a day very well spent! These falls may not be large in size, but they will most certainly get the job done in terms of providing an adventure filled with fun memories in the water. How to get here: Use these coordinates



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