As high temperatures persist through the end of June in North Carolina, one swimming hole location is honored on a list of the best in the nation. Outside Magazine, which focuses on outdoors subjects ...

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, ...

Two spots in California made a recent ranking of the top swimming holes within U.S. National Parks. Outdoor Magazine released its roundup of the "9 Best Swimming Holes in Our National Parks" last week ...

Growing up in the Midwest, my nearest beaches were hours away. Sure, you could swim in a lake, river or stream. But it was never quite like a summer filled with primary colors and sand and surf. The ...

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Oregon, the Umpqua River is home to a myriad of hidden swimming holes cherished by locals. These natural retreats offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat and ...

With temperatures hitting triple digits in Portland, we decided to dig up our most comprehensive list of swimming holes, published 12 years ago. But even the oases aren’t immune to the effects of a ...

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 ...