Down
about 4-5 miles to near where this road crosses Houston Brook.
waterfall that you can climb down to, just beside the path in
From Farmington,
Not verified. Continue on this road
handicapped accessible hiking alongside the more level section of the
The next spot up
water pools up to the beaches and gets bath warm and the sand is
about 1.25 miles past Stone House Rd. This swimming hole listing is by
Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127
CAMPING
of the dam is a fall of about 15ft into 12ft of water (be sure to do
falls, which is also good for swimming.
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
BATHING
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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.
Also called "Canton Lake".
This swimming hole listing is by
deep, about seven feet deep.
It is especially not
Leigh's Mill Pond
required in all areas.
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island itself. It's good to be careful of the rocks, but if you stay by the shore you can definitely take a lovely walk here. TOWNS
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beach area. flat rocks around it, (you don't have to jump from high up to get
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summer day" Also this note regarding suits: "Bathing suits are
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Cross the brook then turn left on the path up to the pools
is right next to the river. A fee is requested (unattended.)
This area is now
None
Im talking about trails that keep you on a, I Spy: (I spy something green, something wet, etc.) perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people, Its hard not to get a scenic vista when youre paddling. apparently some swimming holes in the river along here. right with large rocks on the border with the road. of Saco, follow RT 112 northwest out of town. This is a gorgeous location, though it can be crowded, since swimming is allowed. others that you may visit. Emerald that, although not secluded, is traditionally the place to go
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you can see in the photo, the island is very far from the
are a number of swimming places along here.
. State Park is nearby. Youll pass the covered bridge and then find two logging bridges. out of Portland to RT 1. in NH with camping at several locations.
lat=45.4844, lon=-69.3047 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact)
The water is emerald green (as the name implies), and crystal clear. And nowhere are great places to go skinny-dipping in Maine.That is, assuming you follow the unspoken rules of skinny-dipping, apply some common sense and safety, and for Pete's sake, don't get caught!
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The river drops some 400'in this distance, creating numerous
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This swimming hole listing is by
What you don't see until
There is a gate at the Katahdin Iron Works site, which
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Not really a swimming area, more of a sit in the pool and splash area. LAT, LON lat=44.5711,
out of Portland to RT 1. falls, and that's the real treat. called "Great Falls Dam". TO
University of Maine athletic fields in Farmington on Front Street are
129/130, Bristol Rd. (there are signs to Moxie Falls), take Lake Moxie Rd. Paddleboarding Made EasyGet Started Now! site.
For details, see
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Togue Pond Gate House at the southern entrance of Baxter State
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. intersection of routes 1 and 115 in Yarmouth, follow RT 115 westward
Optional
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. picturesque) covered bridge until you come to twin logging bridges.
beach area.
As the road turns north, on the right is a small dirt road that
The entrance is
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Park, and follow the path for a couple
The falls and swimming
See the web site:
The
there is a local ordinance restricting use of the beach to
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The over use of the rope swing that you may see on the tree that
We strongly advise that you enjoy the
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shoot some of the smaller rapids.
Updated 3/20/2003. campers there also. Best Time to Visit Bethel Maine.
Gulf Hagas is a well-known trailthat has also been nicknamed the "grand canyon of Maine".
Updated 3/20/2003. Link to Google Map.
Sandy River
Link to Google Map.
www.swimmingholes.org
customary when families are present, optional at other times. suggests, the land is available for use, but we still ask that you
to a bend in river with a gravel beach and swimming place, may be some
level, you may need to wade through water or take short, unmarked
Updated 3/16/2003.
River.
CAMPING
The river drops some 400'in this distance, creating numerous
BATHING
Also Mount Blue S. P. is nearby.
Be brave. on RT 17 to Frye then go west on RT 120. the right of the bridge. 07/06/2010
site.
both a pebble
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picnic area. TYPE
It
In approximately 2.75 miles, bear left to remain
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The rocks on
gets in.
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Gulf Hagas is
are several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. Not verified.
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for approximately 7.5 miles.
The former parking area has been closed off by the landowner who
You'll find the falls near Wyman Lake, where Houston Brook empties along the Kennebec River. are a number of swimming places along here.
Pretty Confident
Turn south off RT 1 in Woolrich onto RT 127
Not verified. Ellis River.
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lat=44.83831, lon=-70.34533 (Source:
several sandy swimming beaches, along with some picnic areas. and you need to plan ahead.
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.
lon=-71.0286 (Source: DeLorme) (Accuracy: Exact) .
BATHING
go north on RT 4 to Fairbanks then north on RT 27 thru New Vineyard
To access the lower hole, climb down the
To get there: continue east on RT 25, in the
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TYPE
swimming above the falls. crossing is not recommended during spring run off.
There are
swimming holes near the Cold River campground in the White Mountain N.F.
easy to tell where to park. Turn left off of Route 2 in Bethel and follow Sunday River . beach area i.e.
For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com. ahead. To get here, take
you're right next to the falls is that the water under the falls is
campers there also.
Swimming
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the parking area, and keeps a close eye on the property.
not much) and food (very good hot dogs).
a gorge about 20 feet deep into the rock. The campgrounds fill up early,
It's long enough to swim laps, has a sandy bottom, and plenty of space on the rocks for a picnic.
northwest on RT 17 for about 8 miles (past Frye, before Roxbury.) Saco River heading east from the NH/ME border toward Portland. ACTIVITIES
(HOUS)
east (right) on RT 146 to North New Portland.
South Branch Carrabassett River
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Saco river
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left and walk to the river.
very deep pool, crystal clear water. DeLorme) (Accuracy: Approximate)
located near the University of Maine athletic fields, on Front Street
Bethel, ME. Often lots of people here.
along/through the river, through a "cave" where river flows under
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Hands down, the best part about Frenchman's Hole is the cliff. ME
(WOOL)
Brook. Although New Hampshire may lay claim to a serene watering hole called the Emerald Pool, Maine rivals it with the Rattlesnake Pool.
Reid S. P. has a snack bar, picnic
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the year may have bank swallows that nest in the grassy and muddy
Small Falls, near Rangeley, is both a
Sometimes people want to take it a step further though, and skip the part of the equation where you're wearing a bathing suit. This swimming hole listing is by
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very photogenic falls with several cascades and a fun swimming place in
with RT 202 and RT4. In North Bethel, turn right (northwest) on Sunday River Rd.. Set your odometer and proceed up Sunday River Rd., keeping to the right at any forks. the AMC Bickford Brook Trail about 3/4 mile from the trailhead at
Wild Swimming at Frenchman's Hole, Bethel ME Frenchman's Hole Quick Guide Name: Frenchman's Hole, Bethel, ME Location: Go southeast on RT 2 about 16 miles through Newry to North Bethel.
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north (right) on Long Dam Rd.
Locally popular swimming place in large pool at bottom of falls in the
This swimming hole listing is by
River
Auger Falls in Maine, see "SCREW AUGER FALLS"). Then, once you're in, soak up the sun!
Gulf Hagas is
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Emerald Pool is subject to heavy summer youth
located on the West Branch of the Pleasant River at Gulf Hagas Brook
SCREW AUGER FALLS [SCRW]: A multi-level falls with several large
under the Maine Public Reserve Land program, which sets aside
go northwest on RT 3 past the Visitors Center.
pools." Jumping off of the wall on the far side near the top
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