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Beaver Dam
Beaver Dam lies in Maryland, where Quarry moves through a wooded corridor. What was once a working marble quarry has transformed over generations into a crystalline freshwater oasis.
View detailsQuarry swimming holes in the U.S.
Quarry swimming holes: Quarry swimming holes are deep former extraction pools. Only 22 documented public or legal-leaning sites are listed here — verify access and never dive without checking depth. Many abandoned quarries are private or unsafe. Inventory counts by type are on the U.S. swimming holes dataset.
Looking for quarry swimming near you? Quarry swimming holes are deep, clear pools in former extraction sites. Depth can change suddenly — never dive without checking, respect posted access rules, and prefer documented public sites over fenced pits.
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Quarry swimming holes by state
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Quarry swimming holes FAQ
Why is quarry water so clear and turquoise blue?
Quarry lakes are fed directly by deep underground aquifers and natural groundwater rather than muddy surface streams. The absence of organic silt, combined with natural limestone or granite filtration, allows light to penetrate deeply, reflecting striking sapphire and emerald hues.
Why is swimming in abandoned quarries so dangerous?
Abandoned quarries conceal severe hazards: vertical depths dropping instantly to 50–100+ feet, freezing water that causes cold-water shock even in 90°F weather, sheer rock walls that make climbing out impossible, and submerged industrial machinery, sharp cables, or rusted equipment.
Is it illegal to swim in abandoned quarries?
Yes, the majority of unmanaged quarries are private industrial property where trespassing is illegal and strictly enforced by local authorities. You should only swim at officially managed, publicly permitted quarry parks (such as Nelson Ledges in Ohio or St. Paul Quarry in Illinois) where water safety and access are regulated.
Is cliff jumping allowed at quarry swimming holes?
Cliff jumping is strictly prohibited at almost all managed quarry parks due to fatal impact injuries, submerged ledges, and cold-shock paralysis. Never jump from quarry ledges without verified site supervision.
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Bloomington Area Quarries
Bloomington-area quarries in Indiana include private and informal flooded limestone pits used for swimming. Access and legality vary widely — many are private or restricted; never trespass.
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Dutch Springs
Dutch Springs lies in Pennsylvania, where Quarry moves through a wooded corridor. What was once a working limestone quarry has been transformed into a thriving aquatic recreation facility.
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Eno River Swimming Spots In North Carolina
West Point on the Eno (5101 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC) is CLOSED July 2026–January 2027 for renovations — no public vehicle or pedestrian access. Use nearby Eno Quarry and Eno River State Park swim accesses instead; confirm Durham Parks before you drive.
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Falling Rock Quarry
Falling Rock Quarry (now also operating as Bluegrass Spring) near La Grange, Kentucky is a paid private quarry swim with deep clear water. Adult-oriented commercial site — confirm hours, age rules, and ticket prices before you go.
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Hopewell Quarry
Hopewell Quarry near Hopewell and Pennington, New Jersey is a private members-only quarry swim with clear blue-green water. Not a public free swim — membership or arranged access required; call for current rates.
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Marble Street Quarry
Marble Street Quarry near Vermont is a flooded quarry swimming hole with clear deep water. Access rules vary — confirm it is open to the public before entering; never trespass.
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Nelson Ledges Quarry Park
Nelson's Ledges Quarry Park near Garrettsville, OH — private spring-fed quarry with lifeguarded swimming, rope swings, and cliff jumps Memorial Day–Labor Day. Day passes and waivers required.
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Ore Pit Pond
Ore Pit Pond near Tahawus / Newcomb, New York is a flooded quarry pond swim in the Adirondacks with day-use fees. About $6 day-use historically — confirm current DEC / site rates.
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Redgranitequarry
REDGRANITEQUARRY is a quarry destination on Redgranite Lake in WI near Redgranite. Fee note: None. Confirm current access and conditions before you go — no lifeguards at informal spots.
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Rock Quarry
Rock Quarry near Paducah, KY is a free quarry swimming hole on Pisgah Bay (Kentucky Lake) in the Land Between the Lakes area — boat or hike in, scout depth before any jump.
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The Quarry
THE QUARRY is a quarry destination on Quarry in OR near Medford, Ashland. Fee note: None. Confirm current access and conditions before you go — no lifeguards at informal spots.
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Willow Springs Park
Willow Springs Park near Reading / Berks County, Pennsylvania is a paid quarry swim park with clear deep water. Commercial day-use facility — confirm hours and ticket prices before you go.
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Dorset Quarry
It's the oldest marble quarry in the United States, carved out of the earth centuries ago and now filled with water so clear and still that the white marble walls shimmer beneath the surface like something out of a dream.
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Jamison Road Quarry
Jamison Road Quarry lies in Michigan. The rugged stone walls that once echoed with the sounds of machinery now rise above still, clear water, draped at their edges with encroaching greenery.
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Jaycee Quarry Park
Jaycee Quarry Park near Sheboygan, Wisconsin is a quarry swimming spot on Quarry. What people come for: Clear freshwater swimming in a quarry; Family-friendly facilities. You will find restrooms, picnic areas, camping and parking. Best visited in Spring. No lifeguard is mentioned, so constant supervision of children is essential.
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Quarry Park
Quarry Park is a quarry swimming spot on Quarry near Minneapolis, Minnesota. What people come for: Crystal-clear quarry pools; Cliff jumping adventures. There is a fee or park admission, and you will find camping and parking. Best visited in June to August. Check water depth and for submerged objects before jumping or diving.
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St Stephens Park
St Stephens Park lies in Alabama, where Quarry moves through a wooded corridor. Stephens Park offers one of the state's most distinctive .
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St. Paul Quarry Swimming Spots
St. Paul Quarry Swimming Spots sits near St. Paul in Decatur County, Indiana, about an hour southeast of Indianapolis. These are flooded limestone pits — deep, clear, and cold below the surface layer. Access and legality vary site to site and much of the quarry ground around St. Paul is private with active enforcement, so use only the permitted, posted sites and never climb a fence to swim.
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The Ponds
The Ponds lies in Michigan, where Quarry Ponds moves through a wooded corridor. What was once an industrial landscape has been reclaimed by nature.
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Venetian Pool
Venetian Pool is a spring swimming spot on Venetian Springs near Miami, Florida. What people come for: Historic spring-fed pool; Mediterranean-inspired architecture. Expect a fee of about $5.00, and you will find restrooms and camping. Best visited in March to June. Always supervise children closely in and around the water.
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White Star Park
White Star Park is a quarry swimming spot on White Star Quarry near Columbus, Ohio. What people come for: Crystal-clear quarry waters; Diving opportunities. Expect a fee of about $5.00, and you will find restrooms and camping. Best visited in Autumn. Swim and dive at your own risk.
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