Located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the swimming hole is accessible with a relatively easy hike.

There have been several deaths at popular Triangle lakes, rivers and swimming holes this year. To try and prevent further deaths, Sgt. David Ritzheimer with North Carolina Wildlife Law Enforcement ...

Jacob's Well during the peak of the drought (Hays County Parks Department) “It’s been since about June of 2022,” said Sturdivant, when asked when the last time they allowed swimming.

Outdoor Magazine released its roundup of the "9 Best Swimming Holes in Our National Parks" last week, placing California destinations in both the first- and second-place positions.

Hunting for a picture-perfect swimming hole can make you feel like Indiana Jones searching for the Holy Grail.