Ever wondered where locals escape when summer heat takes over? Across the U.S, secret swimming holes glisten under the sun, tucked into wild landscapes that seem far removed from busy shores and ...

The Carolinas offer natural swim spots from icy slides to hidden waterfall pools. Entry fees vary by site, with some locations free and others charging up to $8. Early arrival and proper gear like ...

School may be starting back soon, but summer weather isn't going anywhere just yet. There's still time to cool off in Alabama's waters, and what better place to do it than at one of the best swimming ...

A normal swimming hole turns into something else the second you notice the hidden gap behind the waterline, because it feels like the mountain is keeping a secret in plain sight. The entrance is tight ...

In the middle of summer, when the days are often hot and muggy, a good place to cool off can be priceless. NPR's Brian Mann went in search of the perfect swimming hole in New York's Adirondack ...

Think our national park units are only good for hiking and scenic drives? Think again. The array of protected landscapes throughout the national park system house some of the most pristine, ...

Outside Magazine ranks Midnight Hole in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as one of the best swimming holes in the U.S. Located in North Carolina, Midnight Hole is a 3-mile hike from the Big ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. The Carolinas offer natural swim spots from icy slides to hidden waterfall pools. Entry fees vary by site, with some locations free ...