Summer is almost here, and with it comes face-melting temperatures that will have you pining for sweet relief at pools and beaches. But there’s another, more unique way to cool down—taking a dip in a ...

Before we head into the dry season, find time to take this 1.3-mile round-trip hike to Buck Gulch Falls in Novato. It’s perfect for young children, and indeed, with the exception of one person walking ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Forget swarming beach crowds and resort pools packed to the brim — the Carolinas are home to an array of amazing swimming holes, ...

Utterly unlike a dip into a chlorinated cement pond, that first plunge in a swimming hole is an initiation into the soul of summer. There’s the thrilling sensation of a river’s current, the ...

The Carolinas offer natural swim spots from icy slides to hidden waterfall pools. Entry fees vary by site, with some locations free and others charging up to $8. Early arrival and proper gear like ...