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Swimming Holes Near Lake George: Adirondack Lakes & River Pools

Lake George swimming holes searches resolve to nearby Adirondack lake and river listings — cold water and summer crowds.

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Lake George / Adirondacks

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Black Hole — creek swimming hole near Lake George, NY
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Black Hole

Black Hole near Lake George, New York is a creek swimming spot on Mill Creek. What people come for: Crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming; Natural rock ledges for jumping. Access is free, and you will find restrooms, picnic areas and camping. Best visited in June-August. Always check water depth and for submerged obstacles before jumping or diving.

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Trout Lake — lake swimming hole near Lake George, NY
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Trout Lake

Trout Lake near Lake George, New York is a lake swimming spot on Trout Lake. What people come for: Crystal-clear spring-fed waters; Secluded Adirondack location. Access is free. Best visited in June to August. There are no lifeguards or safety patrols.

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Blue Ledges Swimming Spots In The Adirondacks — river swimming hole near Lake George, NY
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Blue Ledges Swimming Spots In The Adirondacks

Blue Ledges Swimming Spots in the Adirondacks is a river swimming spot on Upper Hudson River near Lake George, New York. What people come for: Scenic rock ledges; Sandy riverbanks. Access is free, and there are no facilities on site. Best visited in Late summer. Check river conditions and water levels before your trip.

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Au Sable River Swimming Holes — river swimming hole near Plattsburgh, NY
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Au Sable River Swimming Holes

Au Sable (Ausable) River swimming holes in New York’s Adirondacks near Au Sable Forks, Jay, and Upper Jay offer clear mountain-river pools. Free informal access — currents can be strong near dams; never dive blind.

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Auger Falls — waterfall swimming hole near Wells, NY
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Auger Falls

Auger Falls on the Sacandaga River near Wells and Speculator, New York — free Adirondack gorge cascade with short trails from NY-30. Viewing and careful wading; steep slick banks — swimming in the main gorge is hazardous.

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Bash Bish Falls — falls swimming hole near NY, NY
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Bash Bish Falls

The falls earn their reputation honestly. Twin cascades thunder down through a deep, shadowed gorge, split apart by a bold wedge of ancient rock before reuniting in a plunge pool below.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there swimming holes near Lake George?

Yes — Adirondack lake and river listings near the Lake George / Glens Falls orbit. Confirm public access and seasonal conditions on each page.

Safety notice: Natural swimming conditions change with weather, season, and water quality. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Swim at your own risk — there are rarely lifeguards at these sites.

Last updated: 2026-07-18. Written by Secret Swimming Holes Editorial, edited by Md Monayem Islam (Founder & Editor). See our editorial policy for how we research and update guides.

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