Swimming holes

Take a refreshing dip in nature's hidden gems. Explore the top swimming holes near you and dive into a world of natural beauty and tranquility.
9 incredible wild swimming spots in Dartmoor — Walk My World Art, Swimming, Cornwall, Outdoor, Nature, Lake Swimming, Swimming Holes, Dartmoor National Park, Wild Waters

Dartmoor has lots of secrets, but the fact it has some of the best wild swimming spots in the UK must be one of its biggest. With crystal clear rivers, mystical moor top lakes, waterfall pools, abandoned quarries and even a spot which will have you feeling like you’ve just strayed into the Jungle Bo

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Backpacking, Wanderlust, Pacific Northwest, Seattle, Outdoor, Nature, Oregon Travel, Oregon Washington, Gifford Pinchot National Forest

The clouds don't look gray and angry, and that's our cue for dreaming of glorious warm weather. If you're making a summer bucket list with a generous number of swimming holes in Washington like we are, you've got to add this hike that'll lead you to clear emerald pools and make you feel like you're exploring cenotes in Mexico!

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Jessica Heath
Rivers of the Pacific Northwest State Parks, Oregon Coast, Nature, Portland, Outdoor, Oregon, Waterfalls, Wanderlust, Adventure Time

As the temperature soars this summer we want to make sure you’re well prepared, and staying refreshed is certainly going to be the key! Below is a list of some of the best local spots to cool off. Granted, not all of them are actually within the state bounds of Oregon, with a few just on the northern side of the Columbia, but we know they're worth crossing over into Washington for. Some of them you may already know about, others may be new to you, and all of them are amazing!

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These bizarre figure eight–shaped pools are hidden in the Royal National Park in Sydney, Australia. While they might look man-made, the formations are entirely natural and can only be reached by a difficult hiking track through dense bushland.  Insider tip: Check the tide before embarking on a hike. The Figure Eight Pools are only accessible at low tide when the nearby ocean is calm. In March, a freak wave injured more than 50 people swimming in the pools, so be careful when standing near the ro Travel, Trips, Travel Destinations, Cali, National Parks, Swimming Holes, Australia Travel, Places To Travel, Vacation

These bizarre figure eight–shaped pools are hidden in the Royal National Park in Sydney, Australia. While they might look man-made, the formations are entirely natural and can only be reached by a difficult hiking track through dense bushland. Insider tip: Check the tide before embarking on a hike. The Figure Eight Pools are only accessible at low tide when the nearby ocean is calm. In March, a freak wave injured more than 50 people swimming in the pools, so be careful when standing near…

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