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1h 43m These trails are primarily used by mountain bikers, but allow hikers and trail runners too! FEE
This swimming hole listing is by
(Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) Very Uncertain. Sandy River
crossing is not recommended during spring run off.
Falls
lon=-69.7238 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) . www.swimmingholes.org
To get there: From Rumford, go
No
Spring fed lake, 3 miles long, 1 mile wide, clean, cool, clear water.
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Emerald that, although not secluded, is traditionally the place to go
woods trail (entry is on left just before you reach water) to reach
ROLLINGSFORD (NH)
STATE
It is a bit of a hike to get to
LAT, LON lat=44.5711,
level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked
River
Route 113. lat=45.0916,
island itself.
What makes it special: This privately owned beach area offers picnicking,. PHOTO
Link to Google Map
Rattlesnake Pool is fed by small horsetails, each only 3 or 4 feet in height. DATE
Outly also has camping, hiking and other map information that you can use to plan your next outdoor adventure.
It is especially not
After crossing the bridge, turn left
SUITS
To get there: From Rumford, go
You'll want to stay right at every fork.
PHOTO1 PHOTO2
There
is a restored blast furnace and kiln of a once thriving iron mill. PHONE
in Fryeburg, take River St. (Rt. LAT, LON lat=43.80419, lon=-69.74825
19 of the destinations are international.
TO
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banks. PHOTO LAT, LON lat=44.2673,
swimming hole photos in this state.
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From the center
The Beach is
Togue Pond Gate House at the southern entrance of Baxter State
get to Andover, RT 120 crosses the Ellis River. River
National Park, make reservations well
forks.
The Western Maine mountains are the ultimate summer playground with endless opportunities to explore the outdoors.
No better directions.
Turn left off of Route 2 in Bethel and follow Sunday River .
about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd. All of these parking areas have trails you
None
It's got flat rocks for walking and no elevated places to dangerously jump in from.
Swimming
AREAS
The swimming holes throughout Smalls Falls are fun for kids as well as adventurous grownups.
Bethel is the perfect place in Maine to visit in the winter if you want to ski or snowboard. been there.
Weve told you about both our beaches and lakes in the past, but when we sat down to think about other summer activities we realized that theres one more way for Mainers to enjoy a summer cool-down. Very Confident
then east (right) on RT 234 to N. Anson. located in a multiple use forest managed by Katahdin Ironworks Jo-Mary
of Saco, follow RT 112 northwest out of town. FEE
ACTIVITIES
the small pool over the falls.
Unofficial
1
tad busy) is a
Picnic areas
As a result, the bank swallow nests were trampled. hundred yards.
bridge over Robinhood Cove, there may be some sort of swimming hole on
BATHING
during the spring runoff. CONFIDENCE
RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside
die-hard strip-n-dippers, there is a smaller pool above the falls at
Link to Google Map
From the
get to Andover, RT 120 crosses the Ellis River. DESCRIPTION
As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that
(above).
CAMPING
Link to Google Map
Appropriately nicknamed The Grand Canyon of Maine, this magnificent
pond swimming hole near Reid State Park.
02/06/2005
MapPoint) (Accuracy: General Area)
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LAT, LON
to the well established parking area. Link to Google Map
DATE
129/130, Bristol Rd.
None of the pools here
Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the
CAMPING
FACILITIES
Here, go north
You'll see a small side trail to your left. from Rattlesnake Brook and Emerald Pool.
Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127
Updated 1/28/2004. Verified. lon=-70.9064 (Source: Topozone) (Accuracy: Exact). SUITS
Unofficial
ME
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river. PHONE
Not Verified.
LON
lon=-70.5881 (Source: Topozone ) (Accuracy: Exact) To get there: From Rumford, go
There are areas deep enough for jumping to satisfy those with a craving for quality GoPro footage.
03/10/2006
odometer and proceed up Sunday River Rd., keeping to the right at any
Accuracy: Exact. LAT,
STATE
WATER
. From Bar Harbor,
Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area. CHARLES POND [CHAR]: Fresh-water
(Accuracy: Exact)
ACTIVITIES
You must look for the white line on the rails.
The river drops some 400'in this distance, creating numerous
Spectacular
National Forest is west of here
Cove
In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. Very Confident.
Pond Rd.
is calm and shallow for kids, but the entrance to the water is a bit
very deep pool, crystal clear water.
Bethel is a town where things are different; where Brooks Brothers sells hardware, Victoria's Secret is a chocolate raspberry dessert, and the Timberland Outlet is a logging . CONFIDENCE
None
Link to Google Map.
FEE
FACILITIES
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island itself.
DATE
Youll soon see the parking area.
the pools below. Bring a life jacket and you can
camp use in season, so it can be quite crowded and at such times the
This swimming hole is located on private property. No fees or facilities.
Unknown
Also Mount Blue
Unknown
From Farmington,
This area is now
(WEST)
(RUMF)
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SUITS
CAMPING
Depending on the height of the river, you can set up chairs . 3/20/2003
ACTIVITIES
TOWNS
The summer offers tempting swimming
A rocky shoreline offers lots of nice spots from
DATE
Vaughan Woods State Park
Then go further down the waterway to find a much larger area which is nice for some actual swimming.
None
for Reid State Park. wonderful, sandy beach in the Saco River at the foot of a dam. natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area
from Rattlesnake Brook and Emerald Pool. BATHING
swimming hole is right on the highway, "you can't miss
CONFIDENCE
Reid State Park nearby
The See Swim website detailed how to get to this gem.
is located on the island has caused much damage to the tree and to the
look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook. NO PHOTO
LAT, LON lat=43.82064,
Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the
It also has Ladies Delight Light, the only active inland waters lighthouse in the state. It was easy for anyone to use, including wheelchairs. EMERALD POOL [EMER]:
go north on RT 27 to New Portland. According to a Facebook page dedicated to the Frenchman's Hole, it is privately owned? 01/05/2011
Then:
site.
There is an out house in the parking lot, but no ranger station. offers lots of nice spots from which to jump into the water. for about 7 miles to the well-marked trailhead/parking
IF YOU JUMP HERE. picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges. For waterfalls, Rattlesnake Brook offers two small attractions. Learn more about, Houston Brook Falls, Pleasant Ridge Plantation, ME 04920, USA, The swimming holes throughout Smalls Falls are fun for kids as well as adventurous grownups. In N. Anson, go northeast on
FARMINGTON
PHOTO 1 (There is another Screw
Park under the large trees. To reach Honey Hole, continue past Frenchman's Hole and park in one of the roadside pull-offs. MILLINOCKET, BANGOR
Further down stream, the river gets wider and slower, and
PHOTO2 PHOTO3
3/20/2003
None
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ME
As the name
TO
Swimming, Tubing
Continue on this road
site. Unknown
Enjoy an on-site spa, exercise room and hot tub. None
The pool is quite deepabout 12 feet in the middle.
After crossing the bridge, turn left
in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me
The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who
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It is especially not
To get there: From Rumford, go southeast on RT 108 to Canton.
FACILITIES
400' deep.
Careful of the current under the
The most satisfying, secluded swim is in the previously mentioned two
WATER
129/130, Bristol Rd.
9/30/1999
camping also. This swimming hole listing is by
DESCRIPTION
Of the hidden swimming holes in Maine, you'll especially love this one.
Roque Bluffs State Park has swimming at
Want to learn more about area swimming holes?
Varies.
Difficult to get down to the water.
natural waterslides here as the water flows across a large granite area
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Proceed until you see
REID STATE PARK AREA
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Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS").
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LAT, LON lat=44.23753,
LON
The river drops some 400'in this distance, creating numerous
Frenchman's Hole, Bethel.
notice that there is a pretty waterfall in the distance, which has cut
To get here, take
River.
RT 201A to Salon then north on RT 201 to Bingham. White Mountain.
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the pools below. The swimming area is a deep area within the Swift River and is nestled between two fairly steep sections of rock. (CARA)
river, you've gone too far).
The only other options for public swimming are at lakes more than 16 miles away that have minimal public access. TO
would treat your own property. To access
of about 60 miles (past the turn off to "HOUSTON BROOK FALLS" swimming
I have been off the bridge at just about every hour
SEE BELOW
FACILITIES
summer day" Also this note regarding suits: "Bathing suits are
MOXIE FALLS
out of Portland to RT 1. Roque Bluffs State Park is an amazing place to enjoy a tranquil day, as it's not typically too crowded. On the
Also Mount Blue S. P. is nearby. look for a minor gorge with a beautiful swimming hole in Charles Brook.
STATE
FACILITIES
This area is now
LAT, LON lat=44.23753,
(WOOL)
River
your own Pins on Pinterest
No
BE VERY CAREFUL
The region surrounding Sunday River is ripe with swimming holes where the water is crystal .
intersection of RT 129 and RT 1 in Damariscotta, take a right onto RT
Careful of the current under the
No
Confident.
Updated 3/20/2003. Spring fed lake, 3 miles long, 1 mile wide, clean, cool, clear water. three parking areas. be a touch warmer than other mountain streams because of the small
WOOLEN MILL HOLE
Be a leader.
Take RT 16 north about 25 miles to
SUITS
lat=44.57555, lon=-70.86567 Source: Map Point
flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get
Varies.
Lake Wood
Good
SUITS
site.
Swimming hole in
Right after you cross this bridge,
Ski resorts, ice skating, cross-country skiing, and
DESCRIPTION
Once again a fun spot."
TOWNS
facing the water.
In Farmington,
at far end of parking lot.
TYPE
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. Route 113. follow the path along the river to the ledge.
visitor," This is my all
To get here: From where RT 113 first crosses into NH, go south about 1
For waterfalls, there are Screw Auger Falls, Mother Walker Falls, and Rumford Falls.
NO PHOTO
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(LAKE)
None
it crosses over into NH. RATTLESNAKE BROOK [RATT]:
Falls are in the Grafton Notch State Park. He lives in the house adjacent to
of the day over 1000 times. The individual falls leading to the various pools are collectively about 100' in height. There
LAT,
From Waterville,
From
There are many primitive, secluded camp
swimming. right with large rocks on the border with the road.
when families are below. lon=-69.7238 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate) .
Take a dip at these awesome places to swim in and around Bethel, ME. This
Best Time to Visit Bethel Maine. Is there a place that we should know about?
To get here: After you pass through
STATE MAP
can easily follow down to the main beach area.
And wouldn't you know it, Maine has a few swimming holes to accommodate that special request.
From the parking lot you hike northeast about .5 miles to the
Unofficial
STATE
FEE
State Park is nearby.
01/15/2005
on Stonehouse Trail a little more than .5 mile to a wooden footbridge. Milo, then continue north on RT 11 about 13 miles then west on Katahdin
FARMINGTON, KINGFIELD, NEW
Traditionally, there was a nude beach down a trail to the left when
mile then east (left) on Stone House Rd. the fee to get into Baxter State Park, plus the out of state additional
campers there also.
Pond Rd.
left and walk to the river.
the bridge over the Kennebec River.
DIRECTIONS
RT 25 follows the Ossipee River then the
VERIFIED
To get there, continue east on RT 25 to East Limington. intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward
VERIFIED
east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland. Another falls with a huge pool. turn north (right) on RT 142.
Set the example.
information.
park along here. ACTIVITIES
swimmable pools along the brook. As long as you can ignore the absolutely frigid temps that come with it. over the Saco River. River. Emerald Pool.
- a park sign is on this road but not
turn north (right) on a road (unknown name). turbine area which is a swirl and can be tough to get out of.
Explore the many swimming holes in the surrounding Western Maine Mountains. The waters are completely clear and taking a dip almost feels tropical.
Check out more about, The Cataracts, North Oxford, ME 04261, USA, Frenchman's Hole is exactly what comes to mind when you imagine summer Maine swimming holes.
CAMPING
The obvious parking area will be on
Share it with us so your neighbors can learn about it too!
It is just downstream of
Updated 3/16/2003
WATER
a gorge about 20 feet deep into the rock.
easy to tell where to park. Very Confident. not far from Portland, has an ocean beach as well as several fresh
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You can make your way to Frenchmans Hole easily by following these directions.
This swimming hole listing is by
spectacular gorge and is a highly recommend hiking trip. An article in the Kennebec Journal
TYPE
Unofficial
DIRECTIONS
In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain
Going towards Salem, cross the bridge and
Gulf Hagas Gorge
There is no bridge here
There is, in fact, a third pool to
VERIFIED
[2 PLACES]
would treat your own property.
miles and cross the railroad tracks. Upper and lower holes.
(BRIS)
UPDATED
PHOTO
Baxter State Park
the AMC Bickford Brook Trail about 3/4 mile from the trailhead at
TYPE
Be brave.
COOS CANYON [COOS]:
bank and into the water.
STATE MAP
ACTIVITIES
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In Newry, turn northwest
Bethel has many swimming holes to cool off in the summer. 01/09/2011. The White Mountains offer legendary hiking and backpacking, camping, scenic drives, cycling routes, swimming holes, waterfalls, and unlimited outdoor fun. Proceed until you see
BLUEBERRY RIDGE POOLS [BLUB]:
very photogenic falls with several cascades and a fun swimming place in
Yes, see directions
Not verified. TO
called "Great Falls Dam".
Branch Lake in Ellsworth will mesmerize you with its misty atmosphere. information. Get the newsletter, deals, updates, and more from Sunday River delivered directly to your inbox. From Bethel (ME),
are a number of swimming places along here. The water cascaded down moss covered
shore (several hundred yards).
Unknown
they both fell over.".
There are no bathroom facilities here, so please
STATE
more.
immediately onto Old Alfred Rd. river. STATE
Updated 3/16/2003
Spring
Gulf Hagas is
LAT, LON
All of these parking areas have trails you
The falls are particularly spectacular
ME
STATE
On skinny
There is plenty of fun to be had in Yarmouth in any season of the year. picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges.
Unofficial
water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is
SANCTION
fee, you have to be careful about when you go. It's deeper but less pretty and far less
visiting the falls : "The (two visitors to the falls) were not
ledge and walk downstream. BE VERY CAREFUL
The time from Millinocket to the Ledges is probably 1 1/2 hours one
Not verified.
SUITS
Also
Updated 3/20/2003
Toilets, Trash Cans
Bring a life jacket and you can
CAMPING
WATER
it when the flow over the dam is low so the current isn't too
We share stories about the people of Maine who are using their creativity and ingenuity to propel the state forward. under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside
This IS NOT a place for small children.
Well, in Bethel, Maine, you find Frenchman's Hole and can get your adrenaline rush jumping off the 20-foot cliff into the river below.
Park under the large trees. turn left onto Lakewood Pond Rd.
River
TO
of the Pemaquid River offers real small town charm.
NO PHOTO
Ellis River.
the falls, park along the road and walk to the river side near the
BATHING
superpowers you.
Royal River park will be on your
www.swimmingholes.org
Step Falls will be on the right just
footing, was swept away and called for help. in).beautiful pool in the stream that another friend had told me
The advisory says that bathing suits are mandatory when families are present; however, if you find yourself alone at Rattlesnake Brook, then it's your choice. a path that leads right to the water, its not far at all.
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This abandoned quarry turned swimming hole, located just north of the village, is the perfect place to cool off after a day of island exploration. No
be a touch warmer than other mountain streams because of the small
A rocky shoreline offers lots of nice spots from
Follow the short path down to the river. Ocean front accommodations in the heart of Ogunquit on the Marginal Way with breathtaking ocean views.
falls, and that's the real treat.
The pool is probably big enough for 4 to 5 people to swim in comfortably.
DIRECTIONS
BATHING
one of the highest falls in Maine.
your left.
400' deep.
LAT,
DIRECTIONS
CONFIDENCE
The falls and swimming
AREAS
Customary
It's deeper but less pretty and far less
Confident
falls in the Swift River.
Hermitage.
lat=44.2561, lon=-70.9758 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact)
ACTIVITIES
on the south shore of the lake. SANCTION
ME
It will curve
campers there also. Many swimming holes in the vicinity of
lon=-71.0286 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) . 02/06/2005 Link
are from Rumford:
UPDATED
FRENCHMANS HOLE [FREN]: PLEASE
on RT 130.
Pretty Confident
towards the bridge a bit, you can go down to the big pool under the
(At about 5.5 miles there is a nice swimming place by the road,
FARMINGTON, PHILLIPS, SALEM
made an astonishing basin, an outstanding swimming spot.
PHOTO 2 Confident.
PORTLAND, OLD ORCHARD BEACH, SACO
Then:
Swimming
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Very Confident
FACILITIES
(RT25)
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
ELLIS FALLS [ELLI]:
AREAS
BATHING
WATERVILLE, SKOWHEGAN, WEST
There's also supposed to be a rope swing here for high adventure entry to the swimming hole. Link to Google Map.
Falls where Houston Brook empties into Wyman Lake on the Kennebec
about 10 miles, toward Madrid. DO NOT DIVE. Find out more information about, While you can't actually have a proper swim here, these pools are great for sliding down the very slippery rocks. Hike this trail to the west about .75 miles and
Not verified.
As the name
Link to Google Map. In hot, summer weather, Bethel and Rumford area residents seek out Frenchman's Hole to swim in a clear and powerful mountain stream.
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