swimming hole

noun

US
: a place in a river, pond, etc., where people swim

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About three-quarters of the way up, don’t miss the spur trail to see another waterfall and swimming hole. Jennifer Broome, Denver Post, 20 May 2025 Enjoy the Hill Country Scenery and Trails Both locals and travelers love to frequent the stunning blue waters at Jacob’s Well Natural Area and Blue Hole Regional Park, which offers 126 acres including shady trails and a crisp, clear swimming hole adorned with rope swings. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025 The Caribbean town has beaches such as Saona Island and Scape Park, a theme park with water activities and a natural swimming hole. Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 19 Feb. 2025 This natural swimming hole carved out of limestone cliffs is a must-visit. Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for swimming hole

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“Swimming hole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swimming%20hole. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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