Ponds
A fairly small body of still water.
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0Cole Pond
40 minute hike to secluded pond with rope swing.
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0"The Quarry"
A pristine water-filled quarry. You might want to bring a floatie for this hole. There’s a trail around the whole quarry and at one end, you can hike into the Eno River as well. This is a highly used swimming hole by locals, so expect to share your shore spot with others. There are 3-4 […]
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0Santa Rosa Pool
Public municipal park, with diving board.
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0Shirley Lake
Small alpine pool at top of mountain, edged with snow even in July. Hike uphill 2.5 miles along Squaw from the Shirley Canyon trailhead.
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0The Blue Hole
The quintessential swimming hole. Rope swings, mossy banks, shade trees. Fee required.