Once popular swimming holes, Salmon Falls, in addition to Elkhorn Valley and Canyon Creek recreation sites, remain closed. In ...

Two spots in California made a recent ranking of the top swimming holes within U.S. National Parks. Outdoor Magazine released its roundup of the "9 Best Swimming Holes in Our National Parks" last week ...

One spot near Visalia made a recent ranking of the top swimming holes within U.S. National Parks. Here's how to visit.

Which California swimming holes were ranked the best in U.S. National Parks? 1. Muir Rock, Kings Canyon National Park, California: Named for a massive granite boulder that often serves as an ...

Hunting for a picture-perfect swimming hole can make you feel like Indiana Jones searching for the Holy Grail.

The Swimming Hole: Muir Rock is a large, granite boulder hanging over the Kings River in the belly of the park’s canyon.

Cool off from Arizona's heat in a gorgeously unique state park and swimming hole that turns into a natural waterslide among gorgeous red rock canyons.

While most fans will watch the JDC from the walkways and grandstands, the Quad City Kayakers take in the action from the Rock ...

Podcasts A personal swimming challenge: How an Oregonian visited 15+ swimming holes every summer for 8 years Published: Jun. 21, 2025, 6:00 a.m.

Nevada City and Grass Valley, siblings in Gold Country near Sacramento, have been drawing more visitors than ever.

McCloud River Falls – Shasta-Trinity National Forest, CA Why go: Three stunning waterfalls, each with their own swimming hole and rock platforms for jumping.