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WESTERN SWIMMING HOLES AND HOT SPRINGS
(72 PLACES)
UPDATED 2/2013

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ALPINE SLIDING ROCK
(ALPI)

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TOWNS SALT LAKE CITY, SANDY, ALPINE

LAT, LON lat=40.48988, lon=-111.77481(source:web site) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Unknown
TYPE Sliding Falls & pool
DESCRIPTION One mile (each way) easy hike to a small swimming hole fed by a sliding ro ck falls that doesn't hurt you butt to slide down. INFO & PHOTOS . Take a plastic bag with you and carry out any trash you find.
AREA Uinta N. F.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE No
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Sliding, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING No camping at site, there are several NF campgrounds east of here.
BATHING SUITS Customary
DIRECTIONS From I-10 Exit 284 (south of Salt Lake City and Sandy) take RT 92 (Timpanogos Hwy) east about 4 miles then turn north (left) on Highland Blvd about 1 mile then right on W 11800 N Street. Continue onto Westfield Rd then continue onto W 200 N Street. Turn left onto N Main St. then bear left onto Fort Canyon Rd.. Turn right onto 1800 N and continue into the National Forest.

The following is quoted from PROVOADVENTURE WEB SITE : "You will come to a gate - park on the side of the road next to the gate (which is adjacent to a white house). Go through the fence that is big enough for people to walk/hike through (It is NOT trespassing! (If you get to the HUGE GATED OFF AREA - DEAD END then you went too far), and it's almost exactly a mile up to the falls. There is a fork in the road, make sure to stay to the right. Once you get to the top of the road, there will be a "helicopter-pad-like" cement area. From here you need just to walk to the other side of the pad, and follow a trail up another 300-400 feet. You should be able to hear the water falls. Once at the waterfalls, it's easiest to climb up on the right side of the falls. You can just climb up the rock and up to the top from there. Be careful, because the rock can be very slippery when wet. It's recommended to go down the waterfall one person at a time, in the center of the waterfall."
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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CALF CREEK AREA
[3 PLACES]
(CALF)

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TOWNS ST. GEORGE, ZION N.P., BRYCE CANYON N.P., ESCALANTE
STATE UT
WATER Calf Creek
TYPE Creek/Falls
DESCRIPTION America's newest National Monument is an awesome desert landscape and it sure is hot about half the year. Fortunately, in the heart of the Grand Staircase-Escalante N.M. is Calf Creek with camping, pools and falls to cool the fevered brow. Take plenty of drinking water and respect the land (and look in your boots to be sure a scorpion hasn't taken up residence while you were swimming!) (See also ZION AREA and CAPITOL REEF AREA nearby.) See "DIRECTIONS" below for details.
AREA Grand Staircase-Escalante N.M.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Day use fee
FACILITIES Rest rooms, picnic tables (in campground)
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Camping at site in Calf Creek Campground.
BATHING SUITS Customary, may be optional at Upper Falls (very remote)
DIRECTIONS From Bryce Canyon N.P. take RT 12 to the northeast until you get to Calf Creek Recreation Area (well signed). Then:

CALF CREEK CAMPGOUND [CALC]: There is a pretty nice swimming hole with rope swing in Calf Creek right in the middle of the campground. Nice family place, lots of kids, easy access. May be shallow late in season. Park at campground (may be crowded on weekends)and pay day use fee. Swimming place is near the rest rooms. LAT, LON : lat=37.79324, lon=-111.41449(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP . Very confident. Verified. Updated 8/9/2006.

CALF CREEK - LOWER FALLS [CALL]: Beautiful falls which drop 126 feet into a cool (cold?) desert swimming pool. LINK TO PHOTO. . PHOTO . Three mile hike each way. Not much elevation change but it can be hot and much of it is on a sandy trail which is tiring. Popular hike, lots of people on weekends. Park at campground (may be crowded parking on weekends)and pay day use fee. Follow the well-marked trail north about 3 miles (each way) to the waterfall. May be shallow late in season. LAT, LON : lat=37.8290 , lon=-111.4209(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP . Very confident. Verified. Updated 8/9/2006.

CALF CREEK - UPPER FALLS [CALU]: (Description and directions from BLM document:) "A short, steep, strenuous hike to a lush desert oasis of thick stream-side vegetation, hanging gardens, deep pools, and the 87-foot high Upper Calf Creek Falls." Some or all of the pools may be too shallow to swim late in season. PHOTO 1, PHOTO 2. LAT, LON : lat=37.8557, lon=-111.4530(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP . Very confident. Verified. Updated 8/9/2006.

"To get to trailhead, continue on RT 12 east (past the Calf Creek Recreation Area/Campground, above). Before you get to Boulder, look sharply for the unmarked dirt road to the trail head located on the north (left) side of the road between mile markers 80 and 81. A good landmark indicating that you have the right road is a large black boulder with a wide white stripe that sits on the right side of the entrance to the road. It is less than 0.25 mile to the trail head on the dirt road which is very rough, sandy, and recommended for high clearance vehicles only". Park and walk if this road is too rough.

"The hike begins on the canyon rim and makes a 500-foot descent down steep slickrock to a sandy trail visible at the bottom of the slope. As you approach the creek, the trail splits. The left side of the fork follows a trail down slickrock ledges and leads to the base of the falls. The right fork stays high and leads to the top of the falls. For more information, detailed maps, and current conditions contact the nearest GSENM visitor center. Day hike. Route is a well-worn sandy path; occasional rock cairns mark the slickrock sections.1.0 mile one-way with a 500-foot elevation change" (Footing seems precarious when you first go out on this slickrock, but if you have good footwear, avoid loose gravel and the rock is dry, the grip is actually pretty good. Follow the cairns across the slick rock face.)

SAFETY: "Very steep slickrock at the beginning and end of the hike. Several rocky ledges to negotiate on the section of trail that leads to the base of the falls. Use caution near cliff edges along the section of trail to the top of the falls. Hikers need to watch their footing on steep slickrock to avoid falls, especially when wet. The return hike up the steep slickrock is very strenuous and can be extremely tiring, especially in hot weather. Heat exposure and lack of water are safety concerns along this route. Heat-related injuries and dehydration could be potential problems. Hikers must carry adequate water. Calf Creek is a sensitive riparian area and requires special "Leave No Trace" principles. Camping and fires are not permitted near the falls."

CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED See above
DATE UPDATED 8/9/2006

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CAPITOL REEF
(CAPI)

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TOWNS ST. GEORGE, CEDAR CITY, ESCALANTE

LAT, LON lat=38.28467, lon=-111.20586(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE UT
WATER Fremont River/Freemont Falls
TYPE Falls
DESCRIPTION NOTE: As of 7/25/2011, this area is closed to swimming for the rest of the summer of 2011 due to very high currents and some near-fatal accidents.

Utah RT 24 goes east out of the Capitol Reef along the Fremont River, going toward Hanksville. As it comes out of the reef, the river tumbles over a waterfall making a large pool below. A great swimming hole with a smooth chute which you reach from a ledge hidden behind the falls. (See also "CALF CREEK AREA" nearby.)
AREA Capitol Reef N. P.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, sliding
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Camping nearby at Fruita.
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From the town of Escalante (about 100 miles east of Cedar City), take RT 12 to the northeast to RT 24 to the Capitol Reef Visitors Center. To reach the waterfall and swimming hole from the Capitol Reef Visitor Center take RT 24 east for 6.6 miles to mile marker 86.5. There is a large paved pull-out on the north side of the highway with several information signs. The waterfall is next to the parking area. The river tumbles over a waterfall making a large pool below. CAUTION- DO NOT SWIM HERE IN HIGH FLOW CONDITIONS!

We received this very helpful email from a park ranger in 4/2006:"...regarding the Capitol Reef swimming hole. There's no fee to enter the park as long as you stay on the main highway and not head south down the waterpocket fold area. The main highway includes the swimming hole. there are no facilities at the swimming hole, just a pull off beside the road and then several trails down to the water. just wanted to remind everyone that as this is the desert, the vegetation and soil is very delicate and shouldn't be trampled on at all. please stay on paths. Especially stay off the biological soil crusts!"
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 10/4/2004

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DEVILS PUNCHBOWL
(DEVP)

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TOWNS GLENWOOD SPRINGS, ASPEN

LAT, LON lat=39.119156, lon=-106.7086462(source: usgs web site) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Roaring Fork River
TYPE Falls fed pool
DESCRIPTION Very cold, very deep bowl with lots of high-jumping opportunities - be very careful of currents, especially in spring.
AREA White River NF
SANCTION Official
FEE No
FACILITIES No facilities
ACTIVITIES Swimming, jumping
PHONE None
CAMPING No camping at site, there are several NF campgrounds on RT 82 east of here.
BATHING SUITS Probably optional
DIRECTIONS From Aspen take RT 82 east (toward Independence Pass) for about 7 miles. Look for a parking pull-out and maybe some cars on the south side of the road. The punchbowl is right there by the road.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2010

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DOMINGUEZ CANYON
(DOMI)

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TOWNS GRAND JUNCTION

LAT, LON (parking area) lat=38.84937, lon=-108.3720(source: map) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Gunnison River, Little Dominguez Creek
TYPE River/Creek
DESCRIPTION Multiple swimming holes along an 6-8 mile minimum (round trip) hike in the Dominguez Canyon of the Gunnison River and joining the canyons of Little Dominguez Creek and Big Dominguez Creek (see map, topo version).
AREA Uncomphagre NF (?)
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE No
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING Undeveloped camping in the canyon, mostly used by rafters, get your site early in the day. Much developed camping in national forests west and east of here.
BATHING SUITS Probably optional in areas away from rafters on the Gunnison River.
DIRECTIONS There are 3-4 access points to Dominguez Canyon. The one described here is from the Bridgeport trailhead. From Grand Junction take RT 50 south about 20 miles then turn west (right) on Bridgeport Rd. and go 3 miles to the parking area at the Bridgeport Trailhead (coordinates above are for parking area). Bridgeport road is a maintained gravel road that is passable by any vehicle. When you get to the parking area it gets a little confusing because there is a trailhead on each end. The trailhead on the north end of the parking area is for the river rats and the trailhead on the south end is for hikers (take this trail). From here, follow the hiking directions on the below web sites. The first good swimming hole you come to is said to be at the mouth of Little Dominguez Creek, maybe 2-3 miles from the trailhead. There are more swimming holes within another mile up the canyon.
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CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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FEATHERVILLE AREA
[2 PLACES]
(FEAT)

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TOWNS BOISE, MOUNTAIN HOME, FEATHERVILLE

STATE ID
WATER Varies-see below
TYPE Varies-see below
DESCRIPTION Another great western hot/cold dip and camping combination within just a few miles of each other in the Sawtooth N. F.. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.
AREA Sawtooth N. F.
SANCTION Varies-see below
FEE Varies-see below
FACILITIES Facilities at the nearby camgrounds
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Hot Springs
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING At both sites, see below.
BATHING SUITS Varies-see below
DIRECTIONS From Boise, take I-84 southwest to Mountain Home the RT 20 north to the area of Dixie. Then take RT 61 northwest toward Pine and Featherville. In Featherville, turn east on RT 227. Then:

WILLOW CREEK [WILL]: Primitive hot spring - soaking spots alongside a trail along Willow Creek in the Sawtooth N. F. with developed N.F. campground nearby. To get there: from Featherville, go 7 miles east on RT 227 to Forest Rd 008. Turn left and go past the Willow Creek Campground about 1.5 miles to the end of the road where there is a horse camp. From here, follow the trail about .5 miles up Willow Creek to the hot springs area. There are a number of diffferent hot soaking pools of different temperatures here. Bathing suits optional, no fee. LAT, LON lat=43.6402, lon=-115.1293(source: Topozone ) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 1/4/2006.

BAUMGARTNER [BAUM]: Somewhat developed hot spring (National Forest) and informal swimming place near Baumgartner Campground. To get there: From Willow Creek (above) continue about 4 more miles east on RT 227 to Baumgartner N. F. Campground. Nearby this campground there is both a swimming hole and a hot spring. The hot spring is led into a concrete pool and managed by the Forest Service - there is a parking fee here. Not sure exactly where the swimming hole is but it is very nearby. There is camping at the campground. LAT, LON lat=43.60583, lon=-115.07528(source: Topozone ) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 1/4/2006.

CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/4/2006

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GIGANTIC WARM SPRINGS
(GIGA)

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Walden's Pond

TOWNS LEWISTON, DENTON, BROOKS

LAT, LON lat=47.22050 lon=-109.46983(source: map) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE MT
WATER Warm Springs
TYPE Family owned, huge warm spring swimming area.
DESCRIPTION Gigantic Warm Spring is said to have the highest flow volume of any warm spring in the world. It is a constant 68 degrees and gets to 14 feet deep with very clear water. It is not unusual for 200 people to swim here on a summer weekend day. It is on a privately owned ranch and there is a small entrance fee.
AREA None
SANCTION Official
FEE Yes, about $3.00 in 2012
FACILITIES Toilets, picnic tables
ACTIVITIES Swimming, picnicing, volleyball
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING None at site.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Lewiston, go 9.5 miles north on RT 191 to Brooks then west (left) on RT 81 about 5 miles then right on Warm Springs Lane (see sign on RT 81).
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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GLACIER N. P. AREA
[3 PLACES]
(GLAC)

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TOWNS MISSOULA, KALISPELL

LAT, LON lat=48.6203, lon=-113.8732(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: general area)
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STATE MT
WATER Lake McDonald, McDonald Creek
TYPE Lake/Creek
DESCRIPTION Several swimming places along the famous "Going-to-the-Sun" road in Glacier N.P.. Some in a lake, some in a stream. Cold water most of the summer. See DIRECTIONS below for details. For a map: Glacier N. P.- click on "map".
AREA Glacier N. P.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Fee to enter park
FACILITIES None
ACTIVITIES Jumping, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Customary
DIRECTIONS "Going-to-the-Sun" road goes entirely across Glacier, from the west to the east entrance. This report from an avid swimming holes fan:"Beginning from the west end and going east, the beginning/lower section of this road begins by following the shore Lake. McDonald. There are several spots along the lake with pull-outs and pebble beaches that are very nice for swimming. After the road leaves the lake (still going east), it starts ascending. For several miles, it parallels a stream (McDonald Creek). Again, there are numerous pullouts because there are many fantastic views. Several of those pullouts have excellent swimming areas. Only caveat is the cold water. We were there in mid August and our kids (and their parents) loved it. After the "top," the road begins descending. At some point, it crosses a small bridge, with a waterfall & hiking trail also crossing the road. There are pullouts on both sides of the road there. We hiked downstream to a waterfall (no swimming there). The trail then continued to a relatively remote lake where we also found very nice swimming."
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 6/24/2007

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GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS
(GLEH)

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TOWNS DENVER, BRECKINRIDGE, GRAND JUNCTION, GLENWOOD SPRINGS
LAT, LON lat=39.55013, lon=-107.32462(source: map) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Hot Springs
TYPE Hot Springs
DESCRIPTION Commercial resort with hot springs feeding huge concrete pool. Lodge, spa and all facilities. Day use of springs allowed for a fee. For all information, see their WEB SITE.
AREA Glenwood Hot Springs
SANCTION Official
FEE Yes - see web site
FACILITIES All facilities
ACTIVITIES Hot Soaking, swimming
PHONE 800-537-7946
CAMPING No camping at site - lodge facilities.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Denver, take I-70 west 160 miles to exit #116 at Glenwood Springs. From Exit ll6, head toward the traffic light and before you arrive at the intersection make a right on North River Street and you�ll see the sign and parking for the Hot Springs Pool on the left. Continue around the complex and you�ll see the lodge. Address: 401 N River St. Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED Yes
DATE UPDATED 2/2013

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GOLDBUG-SALMON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(GOLA)

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TOWNS STANLEY, SALMON, NORTH FORK
STATE ID
WATER Hot Spring/ Salmon River
TYPE Hot Spring/River
DESCRIPTION Another outstanding hot-cold pair, nearby each other in central Idaho. See DIRECTIONS below for details.
AREA Salmon N.F.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES None
ACTIVITIES Hot Tubbing, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING There is very little level land at Goldbug site for primitive camping, likely to be full during busy times. There is established camping nearby Goldbug at Williams Lake. For the Salmon hole, on FR 030, past the Salmon swimming hole, there is camping in the National Forest at Corn Creek (may be full due to rafting). Go south from FR 030 on FR 055 (Panther Creek Rd.) to camp at Deep Creek on Panther Creek, much less crowded than Corn Creek.
BATHING SUITS Optional at Goldbug, Salmon hole is pretty exposed.
DIRECTIONS
From RT 93 in Salmon:

GOLDBUG HOT SPRINGS [GOLD]: At Goldbug Hot Springs, hot waterfall drops through several rock pools in a lush green crevice of a desert hillside. Very beautiful, not sulfurous. Requires a 2 mile hike (each way), steep in parts, but well worth the trip! A hot shower with a spectacular view. To get there: From Salmon, take RT 93 south for 23 miles to mile marker 282. Then go east (left) on a short gravel road to the parking area. Climb over the fence on the south side of the parking area and follow the well used trail. Walk across the footbridge then the trail begins heading uphill. In all, about a 2 mile hike up a canyon, steep at times, following a well established trail. LAT, LON :lat=44.9050, lon=-113.929(source: Web Site) (accuracy:exact). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. PHOTO , LINK TO VIDEO . Verfied. Very confident.

SALMON HOLE [SALM]: If the current isn't too strong, it is a real treat to swim in the legendary Salmon River. Here's remote spot with a fantastic view all around. with a nice sand beach, easy access. BE SAFE, DON'T SWIM IN STRONG CURRENT. To get there: From Salmon, take RT 93 north to North Fork. Go west (left) on FR 030 past Shoup and past the bridge where Panther Creek Road (FR 055) goes off to the left (south). Continue on RT 030 west to where the road crosses a bridge over the Salmon River. Just past this bridge, still on FR 030, there is parking on the left and a large sandy beach on the Salmon River where you may swim in the river IF THE CURRENT IS NOT TOO STRONG. If the beach is under water, you can be sure THE CURRENT IS TOO STRONG! GO down to Goldbug and soak! LAT, LON :lat=45.322644, lon=-114.418036(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Verified. Very confident. No photo.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED Yes
DATE UPDATED 11/17/2001

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GOLDSTRIKE CANYON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(GLDA)

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TOWNS LAS VEGAS, HENDERSON, BOULDER CITY
STATE NV
WATER Hot Springs/Colorado River
TYPE Hot Springs/River
DESCRIPTION Another outstanding hot-cold pair, very close to each other near Hoover Dam. Requires an 8 mile (round trip) strenouos hike down (an up) a rugged desert canyon (see YouTube video above). (Also, on our interactive map, switch to the "Google Terrain" view to get a good look at the trail route.) Wear hiking shoes, take plenty of water and tell someone where you are going. This from a hiker here: "WARNING: Wildlife is prevalent here! This means Nevada GREEN rattlesnakes, which can have deadly bite as well as big horn sheep that can also be dangerous. Stay away from wildlife here, they are more dangerous then they look, and a snake bite 4 miles down a strenuous trail with no help in sight could be life-threatening." See DIRECTIONS below for details.
AREA Lake Mead Recreation Area
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES None
ACTIVITIES Hot Springs, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING No developed camping on site, steep canyon trails.
BATHING SUITS Optional
DIRECTIONS
From Las Vegas, take RT 93/95 east through Henderson and Boulder City toward Hoover Dam and the Lake Mead Recreation Area. Go about 0.3 miles past the Hacienda Casino (which old-timers know as the Goldstrike Casino), exit right at the first off-ramp on the new highway (Exit #2 signed to Hoover Dam).

Either way, at the end of the off-ramp, turn right (left is to Hoover Dam), then quickly turn left and drive east down a rough dirt road (parallel to RT 93) as far as your vehicle will permit (end of the road is about .5 miles down). Park and walk if you have to. At the end of this road is the trailhead. It will be a 4 mile (each way) strenuous hike with clambering over rocks and descending with help of ropes (see YouTube video above) from the end of this road down canyons to the Hot Springs and the Colorado River. Be sure to read this DESCRIPTION OF HIKE . Then:

GOLDSTRIKE HOT SPRINGS [GLDH]: This from a visitor:" After a long hike, you'll find natural hot springs approximately 3.5 miles down the path (at approximately 35.98262,-114.74773). YOUTUBE - THE SPRINGS , PHOTO , PHOTO There are some climbing areas to get back into the springs, and this is a moderately strenuous hike, including ropes and ladders that are NOT park maintained, but maintained by regular folks, and are used often. The hot springs start small, and if you continue down the path increase in size. Even during the hottest point during the summer, water is flowing here from the natural hot springs. Three very large pools, one well over 6 feet deep have been built up and reinforced with sandbags, and there are two small waterfalls."

"WARNINGS: This water is HOT. Do not stay in during summer for extended periods of time, test the water with your hand for temperature before submerging your body, there are several springs feeding here, and some are hotter than others. DO NOT submerge your head or face in hot springs in Nevada, ever! The water can contain a dangerous amoeba that can cause a serious brain infection." LAT, LON (of trailhead at end of road): lat=36.01054, lon=-114.77220 (source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Partially verified. Pretty confident. Updated 1/2012.

COLORADO RIVER BEACH [COLB]: This from a visitor:" "The trail ends in the Colorado river, another 3/4 to a 1/2 mile past the hot springs. A rocky little beach makes a great place for swimming out here, there's even a bit of sand. The water is rather smooth here, a very slight downstream current. Some folks have actually paddled up here and done the trail backwards to go to the springs above. The water is very cold, I'd estimate it's between 55-60 F." This is pretty awesome, being just downstream from Hoover Dam - just hope they dont open the floodgates! LAT, LON (of trailhead at end of road): lat=36.01054, lon=-114.77220 (source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Partially verified. Pretty confident. Updated 1/2012.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED Partially
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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GRANITE HOT SPRINGS
(GRAN)

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TOWNS JACKSON, HOBACK JUNCTION, BONDURANT

LAT, LON lat=43.36825, lon=-110.44629(source: map) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE WY
WATER Hot Springs
TYPE Natural hot water led into concrete pool - open year round.
DESCRIPTION This from a report:"Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed Granite Hot Springs Pool. While the hot springs have attracted visitors for thousands of years, it wasn't until the mid-1930s that the thermal heated water was captured in a cement container found there today. With the temperature varying from 93 degrees in the summer to 112 degrees in the winter, the Granite Hot Springs Pool is a year-round attraction. Between the river, pool, flush toilets, and several family focused activities, the Granite Creek campground is one of the more popular stops in the Teton National Forest." It is a hot water concrete swimming pool operated as a concession from the Forest Service - a fee is charged.
AREA Teton National Forest
SANCTION Official
FEE Yes, about $6.00 in 2010
FACILITIES Toilets, picnicing
ACTIVITIES Hot tubbing
PHONE 307-734-7400
CAMPING There is a National Forest campground before you get to the hot springs. Also, free camping is allowed along the road to the Hot Springs with the exception of the final 2 miles.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Jackson, Wyoming: Follow RT 191 south to the Hoback Junction. At the Hoback Junction turn left (southeast) on RT 189/191. Drive for approximately 12 miles to the Granite Hot Springs turn. Turn left on the Granite Hot Springs dirt road (well maintained but not plowed in winter) and drive for another 10 miles to arrive at the Hot Springs.

Winter Access: Granite Hot Springs is accessible during the winter months by snowmobile or cross country skis. The dirt road to the Hot Springs is not plowed during the winter months but is groomed for snowmobilers and cross country skiers.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2011

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GREAT FALLS AREA
[3 PLACES]
(GREA)

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TOWNS GREAT FALLS

STATE MT
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Swimming holes in Great Falls and nearby. See DIRECTIONS below for details.
AREA Varies - see below.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Varies - see below
CAMPING Primitive camping at Sluice Boxes S. P.
BATHING SUITS Unknwon
DIRECTIONS From Great Falls:

BROADWATER BAY [BROA]: Popular swimming place in the Missouri River in Great Falls - with a beach and a dock. From downtown, take River Drive south to where the Applebee's restaurant is. Broadwater Bay is across the street from Applebee's. LAT, LON :lat=47.49336, lon=-111.31200(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 11/17/2007.

WHITE BEAR ISLAND [WHIT]: Another swimming place in the Missouri River in Great Falls. Continue south on River Drive to 4250 Lower River Road in Great Falls. LAT, LON :lat=47.49336, lon=-111.31200(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 11/17/2007.

SLUICE BOXES S. P."[SLUI]: South of Great Falls, Belt Creek goes through a canyon where it is paralleled by a trail that follows an abandoned rail track. There is great scenery and many swimming places along this trail. NOTE: The trail requires crossing the creek numerous times with no bridges, passable only during the dry season, about mid-July through September. WEB SITE . PHONE: 406-454-5840. Lat=47.19211, lon=-110.94125(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. To get here: From Great Falls, take RT 87 southeast to Armington then RT 89 south for 15 miles until you see a sign marked "Sluice Boxes State Park." Take a right at the sign and west over a bridge until you see a parking lot on your left. There are many places to swim, including at the bridge and along the trail.

Another approach to the Sluice Boxes is via the Primitive State Park - instead of turning off into the lower state park continue on the road a couple of miles until you see a parking area on your left and a sign for Primitive State Park. From the parking area follow the pretty steep path for about a mile and it will go down to a swimming area. The primitive state park has high cliffs, a middle level cliff, a nice beach, and a large swimming hole. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 11/17/2007. CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 11/17/2007

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GUFFEY GORGE
(GUFF)

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TOWNS COLORADO SPRINGS, FLORISSANT, GUFFEY

LAT, LON lat=38.7716, lon=-105.3364(source: measured by another) (accuracy: approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Fourmile Creek
TYPE Creek
DESCRIPTION Spring-fed swimming hole bordered by large granite boulders and 100-feet high cliffs. Also called "Paradise Cove".
AREA Unknown
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE none
FACILITIES None
ACTIVITIES Jumping, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING No overnight camping allowed at site.
BATHING SUITS Customary
DIRECTIONS From Colorado Springs, follow RT 24 to the town of Florissant (34.5 miles). From Florissant, follow Teller County Road 1 south for about 9.2 miles, until a Y fork, and bear right, into County Road 11. Follow County Road 11 for 4.1 miles, until a T intersection, and make a right turn at the intersection, into County Road 112. Follow County Road 112 for 2.7 miles, and where the road crests on top of a hill, park in the gravel lot on the left. On foot, cross the road and follow a foot trail in direction North for about 0.4 miles to the swimming hole.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED By another
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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HAWAII AREA
[2 PLACES]
(HAWA)

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TOWNS HAWAII - KAILUA

LAT, LON lat=19.675, lon=-155.578(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE HI
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Swimming holes on the "Big" Hawaiian island of Hawaii. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.

AREA Varies - see below

SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Uknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS Directions are from Keahole Aiport, Hawaii:

KONA POOL [KONA]: A little-known state-owned saltwater swimming hole fed by the ocean waves. To get here: from Keahole Aiport: Turn right onto Queen Kaahumanu Highway 19. At second stoplight about 5 miles down, turn right onto Palani Drive. Follow Palani Drive until it changes to Alii Drive. On Alii Drive, between Kona-By-The-Sea and Kona Isle is a 100-yard access trail that leads you to the saltwater pool. The pool is right by the ocean and tere's a smaller tide-pool to the left. If you want to swim in seawater but are hesitant to go into the ocean, here's your chance. The pool occasionally gets funky if the ocean doesn't splash over it for a while. LAT, LON : lat=19.63, lon=-156.0(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP.

KEANELE WATER HOLE [KEAN]: A beautiful beach (at Kiholo Bay) and a freshwater swimming hole deep in the rocks near the bay. BLOG DESCRIPTION . To get here: from Keahole Aiport: turn left onto Queen Kaahumanu Highway 19. After Kekaha Kai State Park, there is an unsigned gravel road (passable by car) on the left that has something that looks like a barber pole. Travel the road toward the beach (west). At the fork, you can go straight and park by the porta-pottis (small parking space) or go left and park by the octagonal building and porta-pottis(only enough parking for about 5 vehicles) or veer left and park by the octagonal building and other portable toilets. After you park, walk either north along the beach past all the camping spots on the beach and past a small resort. Here you will find a freshwater pool in a cave in the rocks under the trees. THere is a wood ladder down the water. You can jump too, and swim under the lava rock to another part of the pool. LAT, LON : lat=19.85214, lon=-155.93033(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2011

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HOMESTEAD
(HOME)

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TOWNS SALT LAKE CITY, PARK CITY, HEBER
LAT, LON lat=40.52323, lon=-111.48801(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE UT
WATER Homestead Crater Hot Spring
TYPE Hot Spring
DESCRIPTION A 65 foot deep hot spring inside of a cave where you can snorkel or scuba in 90 degree water has brought visitors here for over a century. Now it is a commercial resort with hotel, restaurants, tennis, sauna, et.al.. The hotel rooms are $120-$170 per night, but it looks like you can just go to the Crater Hot Spring for $10. It is at 700 North Homestead Drive, Midway, UT 84049, 435-654-1102, 800-327-7220. Visit their web site at WEB SITE
AREA Homestead Resort
SANCTION Official
FEE $10.00
FACILITIES Yes
ACTIVITIES Hot Soaking, Snorkeling, Scuba
PHONE (800)327-7220 (Get reservations for hot spring visit)
CAMPING No camping at site, there are several national forest campgrounds nearby on RT 40.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Salt Lake City, take I-80 east to RT 40. Follow US Route 40 South past RT 248 (RT 248 goes to Park City). (The route from here is well marked with Homestead Golf Course sign.) About 10 miles from RT 248, go southwest (take a right) on River Rd. into Midway. Cross Midway on 1050 N. St. & 1100 N. St. and, at the west side of Midway, take RT 224 south - look for signs to Homestead Resort.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 4/21/2000

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HORSETHIEF LAKE
(HORS)

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TOWNS RAPID CITY, KEYSTONE

LAT, LON lat=43.89408, lon=-103.48069(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE SD
WATER Horsethief Lake
TYPE Lake jumping place
DESCRIPTION Just down the road from Mt. Rushmore, this is a great place for a 30 - 60 foot cliff jump into water that is said to be plenty deep. Here is a report from a visitor in 2009: "You can walk in from the road. It gets gradually deeper for about 10 feet and then just drops straight down to the 15 feet level quickly. To get up the rocks you can access them close to the road and climb up to the 30' elevation rather quickly. Then the 50 or 60 foot jump is just a walk up the same rock near a tree. The water is plenty Deep Enough. We were out there a few weeks ago. Then some people stopped and drove head first into the water. Then they did a backflip. It was a great time. Here are some better pictures to post which gives a good idea on the height which was 30-50 feet depending on where you jumped from."
AREA Black Hills N. F.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE none
FACILITIES Facilities at Mt. Rushmore and at Horsethief Lake Campground
ACTIVITIES Jumping, Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING Camping at Horsethief Lake (National Forest) Campground on the far side of the lake.
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From Rapid City, head south on RT 16 to Keystone, then take RT 244 west and go about 5 miles and the lake will be at the bottom of a hill on your left. When looking at the lake the jumping cliff is on the right. Parking is right next to the road in a pull off, and the lake is just over the guardrail, and its an easy climb to the top.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED By another, 2009
DATE UPDATED 11/09

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HOT SPRINGS S. P.
(HOSP)

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TOWNS CASPER, RIVERTON, THERMOPOLIS
LAT, LON lat=43.65058, lon=-108.20904(source: map) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE WY
WATER Hot Springs
TYPE Hot Springs
DESCRIPTION Hot Springs State Park - from their WEB SITE: "Over colorful terraces along the Big Horn River at Thermopolis flows water from mineral hot springs. More than 8,000 gallons flow over the terrace every 24 hours at a constant temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit. The park has a free bath house where the water is maintained at 104 degrees for theraputic bathing. Hot Springs has 6.2 miles of universally accessible trails and hiking trails. It is a full-service park with comfort stations, a Volksmarch trail, fishing, and a couple of boat docks. One of the reservable group picnic shelters is located here. Hot Springs is a day-use park."

"There is no fee for using the Bath House; however, there is a nominal charge for rental of towels and swimsuits. The hot mineral water is maintained at 104 degrees Fahrenheit to provide the safest healing water possible. Attendants are available to assist you with your needs. The Bath House hours are: Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sundays noon to 5:30 p.m. The Bath House is closed on holidays during the winter and open on holidays during the summer, noon to 5:30."
AREA Hot Springs State Park
SANCTION Official
FEE None (Donations accepted)
FACILITIES All facilities
ACTIVITIES Hot Soaking
PHONE (307)864-2176
CAMPING No camping at site - day use park only.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Casper, go west on RT 20 about 100 miles then north on RT 20 another 30 miles to Thermopolis. The Hot Spings State Park address is 538 N Park St.Thermopolis, WY 82443.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2013

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ISLAND ACRES
(ISLA)

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TOWNS DENVER, GRAND JUNCTION
LAT, LON lat=39.168457, lon=-108.30102(source: map) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE CO
WATER Colorado River
TYPE Small Lake
DESCRIPTION Colorado River S. P. - Island Acres Section - Swimming place with sandy beach at state park. RESERVE AMERICA WEB SITE.
AREA Colorado River S. P. - Island Acres Section
SANCTION Official
FEE Yes
FACILITIES All facilities
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE (970)464-0548
CAMPING Camping at site.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Grand Junction, take I-70 east about 20 miles - watch for signs to Colorado River S. P. - Island Acres Section.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2013

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KAUAI AREA
[3 PLACES]
(KAUA)

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TOWNS KAUAI - WAIMEA, KILAUEA, KEALIA

LAT, LON lat=22.077, lon=-159.533(source: Topozone) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE HI
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION There are many beautiful and popular swimmng holes on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. For details on some, see DIRECTIONS below.

AREA Unknown

SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Uknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, sliding
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From Lihue Airport, Kauai:

KOAIE CANYON [KOAI]: A spectacular hike in the Waimea Canyon area with numerous swimming holes along the way. LAT, LON : lat=22.079, lon=-159.647(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. To get here from the airport, take RT 58 to RT 50 west to Waimea then take RT 550 north along the Waimea Canyon. Begin on the Kukui Trail (rated difficult), which starts along Highway 550, about 0.75 miles beyond the 8-Mile Marker. Kukui Trail is a scenic trail down the west side of Waimea Canyon. It makes a 2000 ft. elevation drop to the canyon floor ending at the Wiliwili Camp site.

Next take the Koaie Trail, which starts about a half mile up the Waimea River from the bottom of the Kukui Trail. It takes you on a route along the south side of Koaie Canyon, with good scenery and swimming holes. DANGER: Do not access to this trail during stormy weather in the mountains due to dangers related to flash flood storm (runoff over the Waimea River crossings). There are two backpack campsites (by permit only) on this trail, Hipalau and Lonomea. No commercial use allow for camping and hiking. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 3/16/04.

KEAHUA FORESTRY ARBORETUM [KEAH]: Not the deepest of swimming holes, this is, however, an excellent choice for families. The cascading stream makes for a fun spot for kids to splash. Stay away during heavy rains, as flash flooding does occur. For photos and info, see KEAHUA FORESTRY ARBORETUM . LAT, LON : lat=22.069542, lon=-159.413123(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. To get here from the airport, take RT 51 east to RT 56 north toward Wailua. After crossing the Wailua River Bridge, turn left on Kuamo'o Road (RT 580). The Keahua Forestry Arbetorum is approximately 5 miles down the road, past the Wailua Reservoir. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 12/08.

QUEENS BATH [QUEE]: Swimming holes in potholes in lava field. CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS PLACE IN THE WINTER, WAVES ARE HIGH AND ROGUE WAVES ARE COMMON AND VISITORS HAVE DROWNED. SUMMER ONLY. LAT, LON : lat=22.22955, lon=-159.48545(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. To get here, continue on RT 56 north to Princeville on the north side of the island. Princeville is a private residential area, so be sure to park only in the designated spot for the bath/beach. If it is full, do not park on the street, and do not park on anyone's lawn, or driveway. In Princeville from Ka Haku Rd., turn right on Punahele Rd and right on Kapi'olani Rd. . Park only in the designated place. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 2/2010.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2010

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LAIRD PARK
(LAIR)

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Walden's Pond

TOWNS MOSCOW, HARVARD

LAT, LON lat=46.94306, lon=-116.64889(source: web site) (accuracy:exact)
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STATE ID
WATER Palouse River
TYPE River
DESCRIPTION Swimmin place in dammed river (built by CCC) with sandy beach at park/campground.
AREA Saint Joe N.F.
SANCTION Unknown
FEE No
FACILITIES At campground
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Camping at site
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Moscow, go north on RT 95 then east (right) on RT 6 for 3 miles then 1.5 mi. southeast on Forest Rd. 447 (Palouse River Rd) to the campground sign. The swimming hole is in a creek in or near the campground.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 12/29/2007

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LAKE POWELL AREA
[2 PLACES]
(LAPA)

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TOWNS LAS VEGAS

STATE NV & AZ
WATER Lake Powell (Colorado River)
TYPE Lake
DESCRIPTION The are countless beautiful places to swim in Lake Powell if you have a boat. There are some also that you can reach by car. Here are a few of the latter. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.
AREA Glen Canyon NRA
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES All facilities at Visitors Centers at Wahweap (AZ) and Bullfrog (UT). Some facilities at Antelope Point and at other activity centers.
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING There are developed campgrounds at Wahweap and Bullfrog and others, none at Antelope Point (see Wahweap for camping).
BATHING SUITS Customary
DIRECTIONS See below.

BULLFROG [BULF]: In the UT (northern) section of Lake Powell. There is a marina here and other facilities. There are not any official swim beaches at Bullfrog. However, Hobie Cat beach is a popular swimming area. Visitors will also swim near their camps at the Stanton Creek Primitive Campground. All swimming is at your own risk, there are no life guards on duty. To get directions, look for BULLFROG on the map on the NRA WEB SITE or use these coordinates. LAT, LON: lat=37.52722, lon=-110.72004 source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Not verified. Updated 1/2013.

ANTELOPE POINT [ANTL]: In the AZ (southern) section of Lake Powell. There is a marina here, food and other facilities (no camping). There are not any official swim beaches at Antelope. However, There is a nice unofficial swimming place as shown in this video: YOUTUBE. All swimming is at your own risk, there are no life guards on duty. This is near Page in north central AZ.To get directions, look for ANTELOPE POINT on the map on the NRA WEB SITE or use these coordinates. LAT, LON: lat=36.96351, lon=-111.44128 source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Not verified. Updated 1/2013.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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MAUI AREA
[8 PLACES]
(MAUI)

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TOWNS MAUI - KAHULUI, WAILUKU

LAT, LON lat=20.816, lon=-156.361(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE HI
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Beautiful and popular swimming holes on the Hawaiian island of Maui. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.

AREA Varies - see below

SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Uknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, sliding
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From Kaluhui Airport, Maui:

HANA HIGHWAY [HANA]: From Kaluhui Airport, head east along RT 36/360 toward Hana and along the way there are several falls with swimming holes below. Reset your odometer at RT 360. LAT, LON : lat=20.83, lon=-156.14(source: deLorme) (accuracy:general area) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. For highlights along the road, buy a Hana Highway Guide

Mile Marker 2: Twin Falls. Park in the lot on the right side of the road, cross over the fence and walk across a grass area then down a dirt road down to the falls. Swim in pool at the bottom of the falls. INFO AND PHOTOS

Mile Marker 11: Puohokamoa Falls. The main feature of a small state park, Puohokamoa can be seen from a stop along the winding road to Hana. It is only one of several falls along the highway, and the park also features a pleasant grassy area, with a picnic table or two, from which the water can be seen. Some visitors swim in the refreshing pool at the base of the falls. For information and photos, see HAWAII WEB .

Mile Marker 17: Keanae Village, a Hawaiian village, taro fields, missionary church and swimming area. Walk down the gravel road, then swim upstream 50 yards to the small falls and a large pool.

Mile Marker 22.6: Pua'a Ka'a State Wayside Park. A quiet stream, small waterfall and pools. Restrooms and picnic spots are available. Parking lot also. LINK TO PHOTO . This rest stop lies within a rain forest. It offers a pleasant waterfall and pools. The falls create a soothing background sound for the park's picnic area. There is a well-marked path which leads to the falls and to a swimming hole. The park offers some beautiful rain forest vegetation. This wayside park lies along the Hana Highway approximately 38 miles east of the Kahului Airport, on Maui.

Mile Marker 42: Ohe'O'Gulch and Pipiwai Stream in Haleakala National Park. The Pipiwai Trail follows the stream and goes to the 7 Sacred Pools and ends at the Waimoku Falls, falling 400-feet down a sheer lava rock wall into a swimming hole at the bottom. It is a 4 mile round trip hike to the falls and takes about 3 hours. On Hwy 31, park just past Mile Marker 42 on the ocean side of the highway. See: HAWAII WEB.

IAO STREAM [IAOS]: A 1 mile hike in the spectacular Iao Valley along Iao Stream with several swimming places on the way. Here is a link to information and photos of the Iao Valley: IAO VALLEY STATE PARK . To get here from the Kaluhui airport, take RT 36 west to RT 32 west through Wailuku. Past Wailuku, RT 32 (Kaahumanu Road) becomes RT 320. Continue to the end of this road at the Iao Valley State Park/Monument. Park here and walk along the Iao Stream. The first half mile is on a trail, you may have to wade or hop rocks in the second half mile. The swimming holes are along here. LAT, LON lat=20.8800, lon=-156.5554(source: Topozone) (accuracy:approximate)
LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 3/16/04.

MAKAMAKAOLE FALLS [MAKA]: A 1 mile hike (each way) to a a large waterfall on Makamaka'ole Stream with a pool you can swim in at the bottom. LINK TO VIDEO . To get here from the Kaluhui airport, take RT 36 west to RT 340 north and go until you come to Waihe'e Ridge Rd. (not sure how far this is. We think the road narrows to one-lane and is known as Kahekili Highway. This waterfall is located just past Mile Marker #8.). Turn left (west) and drive 0.9 miles to park at the parking area for the Waihe'e Ridge Trail. The trail begins steep and you will see the falls right away. Hike about 1 mile (not sure of hike distance)to the pool at the base of the falls. LAT, LON lat=20.95304, lon=-156.54870(source: Topo map) (accuracy:approximate)
LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 2/2011.

OLIVINE POOLS [OLIV]: Natural salt water swimming pools in lava rock beside Kahakuola Bay. TO get here from Makamakaole Falls (above) continue north on RT 340 toward Kahakuloa Village. Just before you get to mile marker 16 there is a small gravel road on the left. Park here and walk toward the ocean. Walk to the right at the second intersection. Flat rock is above the pools and a trail to the left going down to ledges and the pools. Wear shoes to walk on the lava and dont wear lotion or oil in the pools. LAT, LON lat=20.99814, lon=-156.55037 (source: Topo map) (accuracy:general area)
LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 2/2011.

CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 2/2011

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MCCALL AREA
[2 PLACES]
(MCCA)

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TOWNS MCCALL, CASCADE, WARM LAKE

LAT, LON lat=44.9103, lon=-116.0661(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Beautiful and cold swimming holes in the forests around McCall. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.

AREA Varies - see below

SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Uknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING National Forest camgrounds nearby, Ponderosa S. P. near McCall
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From McCall:

SNOWSLIDE [SNOW]: Granite outcropping in very picturesque area that forms a pool with water clear and cold. To get here from McCall: Go north on Davis street then east (right) on Lick Creek Rd. Drive about 13 miles on Lick Creek Rd. (becomes dirt) past the Black Lee Creek trailhead on the left. Before you come to the Snowslide Lake trailhead on the right, look at the stream on the right for a granite outcropping with a pool below. LAT, LON lat=44.99714, lon=-115.94800(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 10/4/04.

KNOX [KNOX]: Wide stream, full of pools with sandy bottoms and grassy places for picnicking. Near Warm Lake east of Cascade. To get here from from McCall, go south on RT 55 to Cascade. Turn east (left) on Warm Lake Rd. - FR 22. Just before you reach Warm Lake, turn north (left) on a single lane, paved road along the South Fork of the Salmon River. Turn here and park right away. There is an embankmant above the road away from the river. Walk up this hill and cross a wood fence around a meadow at Knox Ranch, a historic mining settlement. Walk south down a hill, away from the meadow to a wide stream, full of pools with sandy bottoms and grassy places for picnicking. LAT, LON lat=44.6649, lon=-115.6973(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Not verified. Pretty confident. Updated 10/4/04.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 10/4/2004

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MILL CREEK FALLS
(MILC)

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TOWNS MISSOULA, HAMILTON

LAT, LON (trailhead) lat=46.31060, lon=-114.22172 (source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE MT
WATER Mill Creek
TYPE Creek/Falls
DESCRIPTION Hike to several small falls and swimming places along a canyon trail. Mill Creek is a continuous display of cascades, falls and pools. The Mill Creek Trail follows the creek with canyon walls high above. At the 3 mile point, there is a 60 foot waterfall and swimming hole at the bottom. Other swimming places along the trail.
AREA Bitterroot N. F.
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, hiking
PHONE None
CAMPING Camping nearby in N.F.
BATHING SUITS Optional
DIRECTIONS To get here from Missoula, go south about 45 miles on RT 93 (through Lolo, before Hamilton) and turn right on Dutch Hill Rd.. Turn Left on Bowman Rd. Take the 2nd right onto Mill Creek Trail Rd. and proceed to the trailhead.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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MCGILL SPRINGS
(MCGI)

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TOWNS ELY, MCGILL

LAT, LON lat=39.41260, lon=-114.77979(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE NV
WATER McGill Springs
TYPE Spring
DESCRIPTION Quaint, fun swimming hole in the Nevada desert! Natural spring, but with a slide, diving boards and sandy beach.
AREA None - Humbolt N.F. and Great Basin N. P. are nearby.
SANCTION Official
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Picnic tables
ACTIVITIES Swimming, sliding, diving
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Camping nearby at either Humbolt N.F. or Great Basin N. P.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS To get here from Ely, go north 12 miles on RT 93 to McGill. The swimming hole is at Dairy Road and Main Street.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 10/4/2004

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OAHU AREA
3 PLACES
(OAHU)

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TOWNS OAHU - HONOLULU

LAT, LON lat=21.287, lon=-157.754(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE HI
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Several outstanding swimming places on Oahu. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.

AREA Varies - see below

SANCTION Varies - see below
FEE Varies - see below
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, snorkeling
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Customary
DIRECTIONS All directions are from Honolulu:

TOILET BOWL [TOIL]: NOTE: This place was closed indefinitely as of 3/2009 because of rocks caving in from around the rim.
This report from an enthusiastic fan: "On Oahu, you go to Hanauma Bay, which is a big tourist draw for amateur snorkelers... everyone knows where it is... it's a big site... as you look out at the ocean from the bay, you just walk all away around the point to the left (as you look out at the ocean) and the toilet bowl is at the bottom of a little gorge cut out of lava rock." (It is not very good for snorkeling, really. Better to stay in Waikiki and snorkel along the near side (Waikiki beach side) of the rock "groin" or jetty that is at the Queens Beach. This place is much easier to get to and you will not see quite as many fish as at Hanauma but you will see a good variety.) PHOTO 1 , PHOTO 2 , PHOTO 3

"It is totally cool. The water comes into, and flows out, of a big sort of oval pool which is about 10 x 12 feet and about 7 or 8 feet deep. This happens with each surge of the waves. The water enters and leaves through a small passageway, which is fun for the brave to swim through... you let the wave suck you out into the ocean side, as the water goes down."

"The normal routine is to jump in when full, making sure to swim toward the water as it comes in (so it doesn't knock you against the rock), then, as the water goes out, you swim away from the current, so you don't get sucked through the hole. It's not as hard as it sounds, and when you go there, you observe those inside for awhile, and the other swimmers instruct you (being "pros") before you jump in."

"When you want to get out, the best way is to wait until a large enough wave comes in so that you can slide up onto the edge like a seal. Sometimes, if the wave isn't big enough, you have to wait a while for a nice enough wave, so get out before you're too tired."

To get here from Honolulu, take RT H1 southeast then RT 72 southeast to Hanauma Bay S. P.. As you look out at the ocean from the bay, you just walk all away around the point to the left (as you look out at the ocean) and the toilet bowl is at the bottom of a little gorge cut out of lava rock.LAT, LON : lat=21.272, lon=-157.696(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Partially verified. 3/2009. Updated 2/2010.

WAIMEA FALLS [WAIM]: On the North Shore of Oahu, the 55-foot-high cascade forms the centerpiece of Waimea Valley Park, operated by the Audubon Society. PHOTO , PHOTO , PHOTO There's a modest admission charge for the attractive nature reserve, with its flowers and peacocks. There are interesting guided tours included in the admission charge. In ancient times, the valley was the home of thousands of Hawaiians. Capt. James Cook's ships took on water there in 1779. Swimming is permitted in the large natural pool under the falls - there is even a lifeguard on duty. To get here from Honolulu, take RT H1 west bound to RT H2 heading to the North Shore. Take the Wahiawa Exit and get on Kamehameha Highway. Turn right into the Park just past the Waimea Bay Beach Park. LAT, LON : lat=21.6339, lon=-158.0463(source: Topozone) (accuracy:exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified, 3/2009. Updated 2/2010.

MOKULUA ISLANDS [MOKU]: This entusiastic report from a visitor:"This is the location of the best swimming hole I ever encountered. Off the shore of Lanikai Beach, Oahu are two small islands, the Mokulua Islands. LINK TO PHOTOS. The one on the left has a small sandy area that you can easily land a sea kayak on - in fact that is what most people do. they rent kayaks and paddle out. (A little hint, use individual kayaks, not doubles. they are faster and more stable when you only have to worry about balancing yourself. Of course do not go without a life vest) Watch the water, you may see some sea turtles on the way! When on the island, make sure you are wearing boat shoes or something on your feet. walk around the left (or northwest) side of the island, there you will find a small cove that is protected by rocks. it is pristine with warm water, crystal blue color, and easy to get in and out of due to a rock ledge that is just below the water line. Absolutely awesome!" LAT, LON: lat=21.39215, lon=-157.69956(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Not verified. Updated 2/2010

Lanikai Beach is right next to Kailua Beach on the southeast coast of Oahu. To get here, from Waikiki take RT H1 to the Pali Highway (RT 61) and go over the Pali to the Windward side of Oahu. Stay on the Pali at Kamehameha Hwy the Pali turns into Kalanianaole Hwy. Take Kalanianaole Hwy to Kailua Rd. You will not need to make a turn onto Kailua Rd, just bear to the left where Kailua Rd meets Kalanianaole Hwy. At the triangle intersection of Kailua Rd and Kuulei Rd, bear to the right to stay on Kailua Rd. At the second signal intersection, make a left turn to stay on Kailua Road. Go to the intersection of Kailua Rd and Kawailo Rd. Take Kawailo Rd to Aalapapa Dr. Aalapapa Dr and Mokulua Dr form a large one way loop that along with thier side streets encompass the area know as Lanikai. Aalapapa Dr leads into Lanikai and Mokulua Dr leads out of Lanikai. There are many two way streets in the area that connect Aalapapa Dr and Mokulua Dr making it easy to change directions while in the loop. To get to Lanikai Beach find parking along Mokulua Dr or one of its many side streets. On Mokulua Dr there are many public access points to the beach. There may be vans there where you can rent a kayak. Kayak out to the island.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED Partially, 3/2009
DATE UPDATED 2/2010

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QUEENS CANYON PUNCHBOWLS
(QUEE)

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TOWNS COLORADO SPRINGS

LAT, LON lat=38.89319, lon=-104.88689(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area)
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STATE CO
WATER Camp Creek
TYPE Creek
DESCRIPTION A series of small holes in a creek in a scenic desert canyon. One is deep enough to swim (usually) the others more for water play. Nice, easy 2 mile round trip hike too. LINK TO INFO.
AREA Queens Canyon
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE No
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Water Play
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From I-25 in Colorado Springs take the Garden of the Gods exit and go west 2 miles then turn south (left) on 30th St. Go about .5 mile to the entrance to the Navigators & Glen Eyrie Conference Center. Go towards the conference center through a gate. Access is free to the public but you must sign a liability waiver to hike Queen's Canyon. The trailhead is at the castle parking lot.

It is about a 2 mile roundtrip hike. The trail follows Camp Creek and is soon in Queens Canyon. In about .75 miles you will come to a small falls called Dawson Falls and the trail seems to end. To get to the punch bowls, follow a trail that goes up steeply to the right then follows the creek again and is soon at the punchbowls.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 11/29/2007

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RED ROCK CANYON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(REDA)

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TOWNS LAS VEGAS

STATE NV
WATER Oak Creek
TYPE Creek
DESCRIPTION Easy hike to a spring-fed swimming hole in the beautiful Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (BLM). The canyon is a very dry, desert area but there are a few springs. BLM HIKING INFO. MAP OF HIKING TRAILS. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.
AREA Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (BLM).
SANCTION Unnofficial
FEE Entrance fee to Red Rock Canyon.
FACILITIES All facilities at Visitors Center
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Hiking
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING There is a developed campground. Very exposed,shade ramadas over tables, no trees, no hookups, drinkning water, vault toilets, not recommended for summer months, very hot.
BATHING SUITS Optional
DIRECTIONS From Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon is located west of Las Vegas on Charleston Blvd (State Road 159). Charleston is a major east/west street that can be accessed from any north/south surface street or from the 215 Beltway. Visitors should proceed west on Charleston. The boundary for Red Rock Canyon is approximately two miles west of the RT 215 Beltway/Red Rock Casino. The Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center is located approximately four miles west of the park boundary and will be the second road that exits the right. Then:

OAK CREEK [OAKC]:A ravine fed by a natural spring with two large pools for swimming, trail is about 2 miles (round trip) and easy to walk. PHOTO , PHOTO , PHOTO . This is HIKE #16 on the MAP OF HIKING TRAILS. To get here: Take the one-way Scenic Loop drive (13 miles). The turn off to the Oak Creek trail is the last available turn out in the one way loop - if you miss it, you'll have to loop around and drive another 13 miles. This last turn out is an often overlooked gravel road on the right-hand side; around mile 12 marker. Take the 1/2 mile road down to the parking area (has vault toilet). LAT, LON (of parking area): lat=36.11089, lon=-115.46607 (source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP.

This from a visitor: "Take the rather easy trail (2 miles round trip)to the water. The trail will branch, but keep to the South, as if you were hiking into the canyon between the mountains, where the vegetation becomes more lush because of the water flow. The trail gets a bit spotty toward the end, head for the trail area with all of the tall trees and lush vegetation. Trail ends down into a ravine fed by a natural spring with two large pools for swimming, trail is about 2 miles, and easy to walk.The spring here is well covered, and I have seen very few other people there, could be ideal for skinny dipping (bathing suits optional), an absolute oasis! The water is absolutely clear, free almost completely of sediment, and has a gravel bottom. Sometimes the water here is several feet; after a rain or in the spring when snow is melting from the mountain tops. In the late summer, the water is still flowing and abundant, though the deepest pool I've experienced in summer was about 5ft, and the shallowest in that area was about 2ft. Because of the wading pools, could be ideal for families and pets."

"The water continues down stream, but the vegetation is very over-grown down stream, especially in summer, making swimming difficult. Up stream during the spring (and possibly fall) there are other swimming pools, in summer they dwindle to wading pools of 2-4ft depending on heat index and rainfall, but checking upstream can prove fruitful, there are often nice places to swim or wade further up. I have not yet encountered wildlife of any kind here, other than pollywogs, though one might keep a look out for dangerous snakes and reptiles, big horn sheep, and wild horses and burros." Very confident. Verified by another. Updated 1/2013.

FIRST CREEK [FIRC]: About a 2 mile (round trip) hike to a seasonal oasis in the desert that is sometimes deep enough to swim. This from a visitor: "There is a waterfall with a swimming area approximately 7-8 feet deep. PHOTO , PHOTO . The depth of this water will depend greatly on winter snow fall, rain, and time of year. The best time to try and find this area would be during the early spring or mid-fall. This spot is extremely secluded, we've only seen two other people there in several trips. Keep an eye out for wild burrows as well, we've seen them here several times."

"Warnings for this area: Do NOT attempt to come out to this area during a rain storm. If it's raining, come back tomorrow. This area is well know for flash flooding and the water levels rise quickly to deadly levels, this goes for any body of water or wash in the Las Vegas Valley. Evidence of this can be seen all around the wash bed, water levels inside the wash clearly have exceeded 15ft, and this area is NOT inside Red Rock and rarely patrolled. Bring LOTS of water during this hike if it's at all warm outside, and especially in the summer be aware of snakes near bodies of water."

To get here: This from a visitor: "Go as you would to Red Rock (above) but go PAST the Red Rock Park entrance and keep going past the exit as well. You will then pass 2 turn outs on the west (right) side of the road, keep driving past these. Park at the third turn out (before Spring Mountain Ranch S. P.). This is called First Creek. It is not well marked, so keep an eye out. This turn out will be on your right if you are driving in from Las Vegas. Walk across the wash onto the large main path (jeep trail). Follow this path for about 1/2 mile, until it turns out to your right (north). There will be several small trails heading north. Follow them into the wash or head towards the green line of pines and other growth in the creek bed. (Alternatively, you could just follow the wash from the starting point where you parked, but this trail is a bit rough, and sometimes overgrown in the fall when Nevada gets most of it's rain.)

Once you see/hear water, the trail should end in the creek bed, and continue on the other side. Get your feet a little wet and cross over. Follow the trail West, and you will see more and more water and boulders all around in an uphill meadow area. The trail ends in a waterfall with a swimming area. LAT, LON (of parking turn out): lat= 36.08129, lon=-115.44790 (source: Map) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified by another. Updated 1/2013.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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RENO AREA
[2 PLACES]
(RENO)

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TOWNS RENO, VERDI

STATE NV
WATER Truckee River
TYPE Truckee River
DESCRIPTION In-town swimming (and tubing) places in the Truckee River. For details, see DIRECTIONS below.
AREA None
SANCTION Unknown
FEE None
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Tubing
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From Reno:

WINGFIELD PARK [WING]: Swimming holes in the Truckee River right in town. LAT, LON :lat=39.523947, lon=-119.817481 (source: Topozone-p) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 12/16/2007.

RIVER BEND [RIVE]: Not scenic, not deep - but a beach and a convenient swimming hole the Truckee River just west of Reno in Verdi. To get here from Reno: take I-80 west and get off at exit 5 and go about 1 mile toward Verdi. You will see on the right some bluffs and on the left a parking area and River Bend swimming hole. LAT, LON :lat=39.521228 , lon=-119.961444 (source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate). LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 12/16/2007.

CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 12/16/2007

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SARATOGA
(SARA)

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TOWNS CHEYENNE, LARAMIE, RAWLINS, WALCOTT, SARATOGA
LAT, LON lat=41.45076, lon=-106.804(web site) (accuracy:exact)
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STATE WY
WATER Hobo Hot Springs/North Platte River
TYPE Hot springs/river
DESCRIPTION Known as the "Saratoga Natural Hot Springs" or "Hobo Pool", on the east end of Walnut Ave. in Saratoga, WY is Hobo Pool, where a sandy bottom (concrete and covered) pool is fed by the 117-128 degree water of Saratoga Hot Springs. It's a city park, open 24 hours a day and there's no charge. Visitors will find heated changing rooms with showers. The hot springs is right by the North Platte River into which it empties. It is said to be possible also to swim here in the river, which is in places heated by the discharge of the hot springs. BE VERY CAREFUL if you do this, the water is in some places and at some times SCALDING HOT!
AREA None
SANCTION Official in the hot spring, unoffical in the river
FEE None
FACILITIES Changing rooms and showers
ACTIVITIES Hot soaking, Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING Not at site
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS From Rawlins, take I-80 east to Walcott then RT 130 south to Saratoga. The hot pool is on the east end of Walnut Ave in Saratoga. THIS PLACE IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC- A RARE TREAT - PLEASE RESPECT IT!
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2012

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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS AREA
[2 PLACES]
(STEA)

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TOWNS DENVER, GEORGETOWN, STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

STATE CO
WATER Varies - see below
TYPE Varies - see below
DESCRIPTION Swimming holes and commercial hot springs northwest of Denver in a popular ski area town. See DIRECTIONS below for details.
AREA Routt National FOrest
SANCTION Varies - see below
FEE Varies - see below
FACILITIES Varies - see below
ACTIVITIES Varies - see below
PHONE Varies - see below
CAMPING Varies - see below
BATHING SUITS Varies - see below
DIRECTIONS From Denver, take I-70 west to Georgetown then RT 40 northwest through Hot Sulphur Springs to Steamboat Springs. Then:

YAMPA RIVER CORE TRAIL [YAMP]: Beginning at Rotary Park in Steamboat, this seven mile, cottonwood -lined scenic multi-use trail follows the meandering Yampa River. There are several swimming holes in the Yampa River along here - the best spots are said to be between miles 2 and 4 (uncertain which direction on trail). LAT, LON : lat=40.48981, lon=-106.84258(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:general area) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty uncertain. Not verified. Updated 11/28/2007

STRAWBERRY PARK HOT SPRINGS [STRA]:A luxurious, commercial hot springs with lodging and everything else. For all information, see STRAWBERRY PARK HOT SPRINGS. LAT, LON : lat=40.52833, lon=-106.76575(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Uncertain. Not verified. Updated 12/1/2005

CONFIDENCE Varies -see above
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 11/27/2007

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SWINGING BRIDGE BEACH
(SWIN)

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TOWNS BOISE, CASCADE, MCCALL
LAT, LON lat=44.211786, lon=-116.106442(source: Web site) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE ID
WATER Payette River
TYPE River beach
DESCRIPTION Swimming hole in river with sandy beach and large flat rocks to sun on. Pretty calm spot for a river.
AREA National Forest
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES None at site, at NF campgrounds just south of here.
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING At NF campgrounds just south of here.
BATHING SUITS Customary (close to road and railroad)
DIRECTIONS From Boise, go north on RT 55 about 50 miles. Shorty after you pass 3 NF campgrounds (Swinging Bridge, Cold Springs and Canyon) look for a swinging foot bridge over the river on the right side then look for a pullout also on the right side. Park here, cross the bridge and walk north along the railroad tracks to a sandy beach area with large flat rocks.
CONFIDENCE Pretty Confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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TABEGUACHE CREEK
(TABE)

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TOWNS GRAND JUNCTION, NATURITA
LAT, LON lat=38.35800, lon=-108.62911(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:exact)
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STATE CO
WATER Tabeguache Creek
TYPE Creek
DESCRIPTION Swimming hole in creek in very remote area of Southwestern Colorado. The directions given here are how one would get there by road but we do not know how good or passable the roads are. You can also backpack to here and information about this it at the BLM Web Site .
AREA BLM land
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE None
FACILITIES Unknown
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE None
CAMPING Unknown
BATHING SUITS Optional (very remote)
DIRECTIONS From I-70 at Grand Junction, go south on RT 50 through Delta and Montrose to Ridgeway. In Ridgeway, go southwest on RT 62 to Placerville then northwest on RT 145 to Naturita. In Naturita, go north on RT 97 to Nucla. In Nucla, find 27 RD and work your way north to Z Rd then west to Z26 Rd. Follow Z26 Rd west and north (may become a rough, unpaved road) until you come to a bridge over Tabeguache Creek. The swimming hole is said to be just upstream of this bridge. (If you find this one, please tell us).
CONFIDENCE Pretty uncertain (of route)
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 1/4/2006

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VALLEY VIEW HOT SPRINGS
(VALL)

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TOWNS SALIDA, VILLA GROVE
LAT, LON lat=38.191, lon=-105.816(source: web site) (accuracy:exact)
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STATE CO
WATER Valley Vierw Hot Springs
TYPE Natural hot springs and hot springs creek
DESCRIPTION Part of the 2200 acre "Orient Land Trust", Valley View is a large commercial hot springs with both natural and concrete pools (10 hot pools total). There are overnight facilities including cabins, camping and the Oak House dorm with bunks. VVHS is kid friendly and fully clothing optional. Admission and camping fees apply and reservations are needed in the summer. A variety of educational activities on site include hikes to the bat cave, historic mining town tours, hydro-electric tours (entire facility is off the grid), astronomy, geology, etc. Beautiful views down the valley. (Used to be a membership facility but no longer requires membership.) WEB SITE . DIRECTIONS AND MAP .
AREA Orient Land Trust
SANCTION Official
FEE Yes, see web site
FACILITIES All facilities
ACTIVITIES Hot Tubbing
PHONE 719-256-4315
CAMPING Camping at site - fee
BATHING SUITS Optional (nudist, mostly)
DIRECTIONS From Pueblo, go west on RT 50 to Poncha Springs then south on RT 285 to Villa Grove. Cotninue on RT 285 for 4.5 miles then (at the intersection of RT 285 and RT 17) turn east (left) on Saguache County Road GG and go 7 miles on this gravel road to Valley View Hot Springs.
CONFIDENCE Very confident
VERIFIED Yes
DATE UPDATED 7/2012

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YAAK FALLS CAMPGROUND
(YAAK)

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TOWNS COUER D'ALENE (ID), KALISPELL (MT), TROY

LAT, LON lat=48.6414, lon=-115.8891(source: DeLorme) (accuracy:approximate)
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STATE MT
WATER Yaak River
TYPE River
DESCRIPTION National Forest campground with nice swimming hole in river.
AREA Kootenai National Forest
SANCTION Unofficial
FEE Unknown
FACILITIES Toilets
ACTIVITIES Swimming
PHONE Unknown
CAMPING At site, small campground, 7 sites
BATHING SUITS Unknown
DIRECTIONS From Kalispell (in northern MT) take RT 2 west through Libby and Troy. Trom Troy, continue west on RT 2 for approximately 10 miles to the junction with RT 508 (approximately 4 miles from the Montana/Idaho border). Turn right here and follow for 6 miles to the campground. The swimming hole is near the campground.
CONFIDENCE Pretty confident
VERIFIED No
DATE UPDATED 11/29/2007

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YELLOWSTONE AREA
[4 PLACES]
(YELL)
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TOWNS YELLOWSTONE N.P.
STATE WY
WATER Varies -see below
TYPE River/Hot Springs
DESCRIPTION There are several hot/cold spots in Yellowstone N. P. where visitors may legally warm up or cool down as required. See "DIRECTIONS" below for details.

CAUTION: THERE ARE MANY HOT SPOTS THAT ARE ILLEGAL FOR SWIMMING AND ARE VERY DANGEROUS - PEOPLE REGULARLY DIE HERE FROM GOING INTO SCALDING WATERS! DO NOT HIKE AT NIGHT IN HOT SPOT AREAS - very experienced hikers have fallen in at night and scalded to death.
AREA Yellowstone N.P.
SANCTION Legal
FEE Must pay fee to enter Yellowstone N.P.
FACILITIES Varies- see below
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Hot Springs
PHONE None
CAMPING Varies- see below.
BATHING SUITS Required
DIRECTIONS Enter Yellowstone N. P. via the entrances described in the text below:

FIREHOLE [FIRE]: Firehole River Canyon in Yellowstone N.P. is a great place to spend a few hours and get a respite from the desert sun. It includes rapids emptying into a deep pool as well as shallow sections outside the current (all should be careful to keep out of the main current - A GIRL DIED HERE IN 2003 JUMPING INTO THE CURRRENT AND GETTING TRAPPED UNDER AN OVERHANGING ROCK - DON'T DO IT.) PHOTO 1 , PHOTO 2 , PHOTO 3. The water is warm for this elevation because the river contains the runoff from many thermal features, including Old Faithful. Portable toilets are available (as of summer 2001). Camp at Madison campground near Madison Junction near the West Yellowstone entrance in order to be near the swimming.

To get here: (Distances are rough approximations) From Madison Junction near the West entrance to Yellowstone N.P., go south toward Old Faithful. After about a mile, go right onto the scenic side road at the sign "Firehole River Canyon" (a one-way road). The swimming hole is about 1.5 miles ahead on the right. There is parking further on past (south of) the swimming place. LAT, LON lat=44.6375, lon=-110.8675(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified.

BOILING RIVER [BOIL]: A short walk (.5 miles each way) along the Gardner River to a wonderfully fun place where a stream of 140 degree water called Boiling River comes mysteriously out of the ground (thought to be the outflow of Mammoth Hot Springs) and pours over ledges into the very cold Gardiner River. Numerous visitors take the short walk to a section of the Gardner River where thermally heated streams feed into the Gardner River. The combination of the boiling water with the cold river create a warm swimming hole. The area is closed early in the season when the Gardner River is above a safe level for swimming. BE CAREFUL- DO NOT WALK OR OTHERWISE GET INTO THE BOILING RIVER STREAM- IT IS SCALDING HOT! PHOTO 1 , PHOTO 2.

To get here: A short distance north of Mammouth Hot Springs on RT 89 (near the Yellowstone North entrance at Gardiner, MT.) there is a sign indicating the 45th parallel of latitude. The entrance to the large Boiling River parking area is immediately north of this sign (there is no Boiling River sign on the road.) Park here and walk along the well-worn path about .5 miles to the place in the river where there are rock pools all along the bank. Try out the various pools until you find one that not too hot nor too cool but just right for you! Great family fun place. LAT, LON lat=44.98503, lon=-110.68922 (source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP.Very confident. Verified.

KELLY WARM SPRINGS [KELL]: OK, these are not the greatest hot springs in the west (the temp is only "warm" and it has a marshy shoreline) BUT the view is fantastic (the Grand Tetons in all their glory - SEE PHOTO ), they are big enough to actually swim in, easy to access and shallow enough for the kids. It is south of Yellowstone and east of the Grand Tetons in the Jackson Hole area of Wyoming. LAT, LON lat=43.63950, lon=-110.61631(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified.

To get here from Yellowstone, take RT 89/287 south out of the park. At Moran Junction, take RT 191/26/89 south. Go about 17 miles and turn east (left) on Antelope Flats Rd. (before you get to Moose Junction). Proceed approximately 3.25 miles to the second right hand turn (also Antelope Flats Road). Make the right turn and proceed approximately 2.4 miles and turn left onto Gros Ventre Road. Proceed less than .5 mile. Pond is located on the south side of the road. Parking area is located on the North side of the road. Park service maintained rest room located in the parking area.

To get here from Jackson: Take RT 191/26/89 north about 7 miles then turn east onto Gros Ventre Rd.. Proceed approximately 7 miles to the little town of Kelly and follow Gros Ventre Road to the north approximately 1 mile from the turn in town. Turn Right (continuing on Gros Ventre Road) and proceed less that .5 mile. Pond is located on the south side of the road. Parking area is located on the North side of the road. Park service maintained rest room located in the parking area.

MR. BUBBLES HOT SPRING [BUBB]: A 30 mile round-trip hike to a fabulous hot spring in Yellowstone Park. web link to photos and info , more info . Hot spring is halfway down the Bechler River Trail in the SW corner of Yellowstone. It can be reached either by hiking from Old Faithful or from the Bechler Ranger Station. It is 15 miles in, either way - bathing suits no doubt optional here. Backpack camp sites along the trail can be reserved at any of the backcountry offices in the park. Heading south from Old Faithful on the Bechler River Trail (towards three rivers junction) go to Three Rivers Junction(there is a place to tie up horses) then take a short spur trail along the Ferris Fork River about .5 miles to the hot spring on the right. CAUTION: CHECK WITH THE RANGER STATION ABOUT THE TEMPERATURE OF WATER AT THE HOT SPRING BEFORE GOING IN. DO NOT HIKE AT NIGHT IN YELLOWSTONE HOT SPOT AREAS - very experienced hikers have fallen in at night and scalded to death. LAT, LON lat=44.288669, lon=-110.891294(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Pretty confident. Not verified. Updated 11/09.

CONFIDENCE Varies - see above
VERIFIED Varies - see above
DATE UPDATED 11/09

This swimming hole listing is by www.SwimmingHoles.info .

ZION N. P. AREA
[5 PLACES]
(ZION)
PHOTOS BELOW TO WESTERN STATES MAP
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TOWNS ST. GEORGE, VIRGIN, SPRINGDALE
STATE UT
WATER Varies -see below
TYPE River/Creek/Falls
DESCRIPTION There are a number of swimming holes in Zion and nearby - here are a few but you might discover your own too! ZION WEB SITE . See DIRECTIONS" below for details.
AREA Zion N. P.
SANCTION Unoffical
FEE Must pay fee to enter Zion N.P. - also you must leave your car and use their free shuttle bus service if you plan to go up the canyon north of Canyon Junction.
FACILITIES All facilities at the park.
ACTIVITIES Swimming, Jumping, Tubing
PHONE See web site
CAMPING At the Springdale entrance to the park there are 2 campgrounds, Watchman and South - only Watchman has reservations. See web site AND get reservations if you want to camp here.
BATHING SUITS Varies-see below
DIRECTIONS CAMPGROUNDS [CAMP]: The Virgin River goes right by both the Zion campgrounds - Watchman and the South Campgrounds (both near the Springdale entrance to the park). There are some fine wading and swimming places right here in the river - very convenient if you are camping! If you are not camping, you can access these swimming holes via the PA'RUS trail (a short walk from the Visitor Center), which skirts the campgrounds along the Virgin River. An outstanding swimming hole is right behind Site 87 in the South Campground, PHOTO 1, PHOTO 2 , PHOTO 3, but there are others too. LAT, LON lat=37.2007, lon=-112.9871(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified 5/2007. Updated 5/2007.

CANYON JUNCTION [CANY]: A popular swimming place in the Virgin River at Canyon Junction, which is also near where Pine Creek joins the Virgin River (see PINE CREEK below). The shuttle bus stops here (and some of the shuttle bus operators even announce the swimming hole!). This is north of the Visitors Center (south of the lodge), where RT 9 turns right to go up the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway (see the valley map on the web site above). After you get off the shuttle bus at Canyon Junction, walk north short way to the "river access" sign and down to the river to the swimming places. The main swimming hole is just at the bottom of the small falls. PHOTO . LAT, LON lat=37.2189, lon=-112.9729(source: measured) (accuracy: exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified 5/2007. Updated 5/2007.

LOWER PINE CREEK [LOWP]: An easy hike along Pine Creek (which empties into the Virgin River at Canyon Junction, above) with a couple of swimming holes along the way. LINK TO MORE INFO . To get here by car from Canyon Junction go up (east) on the Zion-Mt Carmel highway a very short distance to the first switchback and park just before the stone bridge over Pine Creek on the left (or, if by shuttle, walk up the road to here from the shuttle stop at Canyon Junction.).

To get here, follow a very apparent trail east and into the Pine Creek area for about .5 miles. You will need to cross the creek at least once. At about .5 miles, you will come to a bunch of large boulders blocking the creek - climb over these and the first swimming hole is just on the other side - a nice little falls and deep, narrow, green swimming hole below. You can jump off the rocks on the right into the deepest part of the hole. PHOTO 1, PHOTO 2 , PHOTO 3. LAT, LON lat=37.21737 , lon=-112.96039(source: measured) (accuracy: exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP.

If you clamber over rocks and go upstream a very short distance from here, you come to Lower Pine Creek Falls, about 10 feet high, but the pool at the bottom tends to be shallow and not as good a swimming place as the first place. It is a bit of a difficult rock clamber to go up to the falls - from the first place climb up the rocks face on the right (looking upstream) using the apparent "steps" in the rock. Clamber over a few boulders and you will see the falls. See link to photos above for the larger falls.

Also, if you park at the second switchback,look east over the guard wall and follow a well-maintained path down to the streambed. The path down is steep but not too difficult. The Pine Creek watercourse is strewn with many large boulders which have created many little alcoves, waterfalls, and pools -- fun for hanging out in the water.Very confident. Verified 5/2007. Updated 1/2013.

THE NARROWS [NARR]: At the north end of the valley in Zion is "The Narrows" - where the Virgin River comes out of a deep, narrow canyon. You can get a permit (and a shuttle) and hike the entire Narrows from north to south (usually done as an over night trip). Information about the hike , Photo1 of hiking in the Narrows , Photo 2 of hiking in the Narrows. You can also take a shorter hike up into the Narrows - take shuttle to the north end of the valley (The Temple of Sinawava)and walk the "Riverside Trail" north. For the first mile, it is paved and there are numerous swimming holes clearly visible as you walk this paved trail. Then walk north in the Virgin River canyon (sometimes in the water - wear shoes that can get wet); there are also several places deep enough to be swimming holes along here also. After about 1.5 miles of walking in the river, you come to where the Narrows really begin. Here, on the right, Orderville Canyon comes in. Hike up this canyon about .5 mile and you will come to small falls with several swimmable pools. LAT, LON lat=37.3067, lon=-112.945(source: DeLorme) (accuracy: approximate) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Partially verified. Updated 6/2007.

VIRGIN RIVER FALLS PARK [VIRG]: This one is not in Zion N.P. but is close by and a lot of fun! Near the town of Virgin, there is a town park where the Virgin River goes through a narrow slickrock slot - great for a swim or a short tubing trip (vault toilets). Photo 1 , Photo 2 , Photo 3 . To get here from Zion N.P., take RT 9 west to the town of Virgin. Go about .25 miles past (west of) the Fort Zion Restaurant and turn south (left) on Sheep Bridge Rd.. Cross the bridge over the Virgin River and turn immediately left where there is a sign for the Virgin River Falls Park and a gate. Drive this (rough dirt) road about .4 miles then you will see the toilet and picnic table. Park and walk to the river. Take an inner tube (and sun screen - no shade) and enjoy! LAT, LON lat=37.1975, lon=-113.2083 (source: DeLorme-p) (accuracy: exact) LINK TO GOOGLE MAP. Very confident. Verified 5/2007. Updated 10/2011.

CONFIDENCE See above
VERIFIED Yes, 6/2007
DATE UPDATED 1/2013

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ALPINE SLIDING ROCK(ALPI)

CALF CREEK AREA[3 PLACES] (CALF)

CAPITOL REEF(CAPI)

DEVILS PUNCHBOWL(DEVP)

DOMINGUEZ CANYON(DOMI)

FEATHERVILLE AREA[2 PLACES](FEAT)

GIGANTIC WARM SPRINGS(GIGA)

GLACIER N. P. AREA[3 PLACES](GLAC)

GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS (GLEH)

GOLDBUG-SALMON AREA[2 PLACES] (GOLA)

GOLDSTRIKE CANYON AREA[2 PLACES] (GLDA)

GRANITE HOT SPRINGS(GRAN)

GREAT FALLS AREA[3 PLACES](GREA)

GUFFEY GORGE(GUFF)

HAWAII AREA[2 PLACES](HAWA)

HOMESTEAD (HOME)

HORSETHIEF LAKE(HORS)

HOT SPRINGS S. P. (HOSP)

ISLAND ACRES(ISLA)

KAUAI AREA[3 PLACES](KAUA)

LAIRD PARK(LAIR)

LAKE POWELL AREA[2 PLACES](LAPA)

MAUI AREA[8 PLACES](MAUI)

MCCALL AREA[2 PLACES](MCCA)

MILL CREEK FALLS(MILC)

MCGILL SPRINGS(MCGI)

OAHU AREA3 PLACES(OAHU)

QUEENS CANYON PUNCHBOWLS(QUEE)

RED ROCK CANYON AREA[2 PLACES](REDA)

RENO AREA[2 PLACES](RENO)

SARATOGA(SARA)

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS AREA[2 PLACES](STEA)

SWINGING BRIDGE BEACH(SWIN)

TABEGUACHE CREEK(TABE)

VALLEY VIEW HOT SPRINGS(VALL)

YAAK FALLS CAMPGROUND(YAAK)

YELLOWSTONE AREA[4 PLACES](YELL)

ZION N. P. AREA [5 PLACES](ZION)

WESTERN SWIMMING HOLES AND HOT SPRINGS
(72 PLACES)
UPDATED 2/2013

ALPINE SLIDING ROCK
(ALPI)

CALF CREEK AREA
[3 PLACES]
(CALF)

CAPITOL REEF
(CAPI)

DEVILS PUNCHBOWL
(DEVP)

DOMINGUEZ CANYON
(DOMI)

FEATHERVILLE AREA
[2 PLACES]
(FEAT)

GIGANTIC WARM SPRINGS
(GIGA)

GLACIER N. P. AREA
[3 PLACES]
(GLAC)

GLENWOOD HOT SPRINGS
(GLEH)

GOLDBUG-SALMON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(GOLA)

GOLDSTRIKE CANYON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(GLDA)

GRANITE HOT SPRINGS
(GRAN)

GREAT FALLS AREA
[3 PLACES]
(GREA)

GUFFEY GORGE
(GUFF)

HAWAII AREA
[2 PLACES]
(HAWA)

HOMESTEAD
(HOME)

HORSETHIEF LAKE
(HORS)

HOT SPRINGS S. P.
(HOSP)

ISLAND ACRES
(ISLA)

KAUAI AREA
[3 PLACES]
(KAUA)

LAIRD PARK
(LAIR)

LAKE POWELL AREA
[2 PLACES]
(LAPA)

MAUI AREA
[8 PLACES]
(MAUI)

MCCALL AREA
[2 PLACES]
(MCCA)

MILL CREEK FALLS
(MILC)

MCGILL SPRINGS
(MCGI)

OAHU AREA
3 PLACES
(OAHU)

QUEENS CANYON PUNCHBOWLS
(QUEE)

RED ROCK CANYON AREA
[2 PLACES]
(REDA)

RENO AREA
[2 PLACES]
(RENO)

SARATOGA
(SARA)

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS AREA
[2 PLACES]
(STEA)

SWINGING BRIDGE BEACH
(SWIN)

TABEGUACHE CREEK
(TABE)

VALLEY VIEW HOT SPRINGS
(VALL)

YAAK FALLS CAMPGROUND
(YAAK)

YELLOWSTONE AREA
[4 PLACES]
(YELL)

ZION N. P. AREA
[5 PLACES]
(ZION)