Swimming Holes

Western North Carolina boasts more waterfalls, swimming holes, lakes and streams than you can shake a stick at. And Asheville is a perfect home base whether you’re looking for cold, clear mountain streams, challenging rapids, or just a serene swimming hole to wade into.

Some of the best swimming holes are in Asheville’s backyard, barely hidden from view. If you’re lucky, you might stumble onto one after a long hike – feeling like you’ve walked into a dream – but for everyone else there’s this concise guide to the best swimming holes in the area. We like juicy secrets like everyone else, but some things are too good to keep to yourself.

 


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