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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
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
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
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
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
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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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.