Summer Swimming Holes
When the heat is on, lower the thermostat! Seek out hidden pools where you can swim, splash, picnic, and relax. Naturally, we’re talking au naturel—swimming holes in beautiful natural settings. Where the cool get cool!
Week: 07.19.2018
Regions: Southern CA
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Hiking to Rock Pool in Malibu Creek State Park
Best place to cool off on a hot LA day? Our vote goes to Rock Pool in Malibu Creek State Park. A completely natural swimming hole reached via a short and easy trail (2.4 miles round-trip), Rock Pool is perfect for a dip and a splash in a glorious setting. From the parking area, f
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Five Amazing Summer Adventures in British Columbia
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Hiking to Devil's Hole in the San Bernardino National Forest
Recipe for the perfect swimming hole: cool pool in a mountain stream, remote mountain setting, great approach hike. Just add a few friends and a sunny summer day, then hike, stir, and splash! You’re at Devil’s Hole in the San Bernardino Mountains. From Splinters Cabin Trailhead i
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Cooling Off at Whitewater Preserve
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