Take a dip in these beautiful natural oases. During sweltering summer days, nothing beats cooling down by jumping into a pool. But here's the thing: Heading to the pool every day after work can get ...

Nothing says summer quite like splashing near a waterfall or natural swimming hole. There are many natural swimming spots around New York state— in lakes, streams and ponds and others at the base of ...

Powerboats are not allowed on the largest natural lake in Missouri, so it’s peaceful in a way that few publicly accessible lakes are today. The Creve Coeur Sailing Association is the group to connect ...

Editor's Note: Understand that with the uncertainty of COVID-19, some public natural swimming areas may be closed or operate at reduced hours and days this summer. Be sure to visit each attraction's ...

There's a closer-to-home alternative for Arkansans who make the long drive each summer to sun and splash on Gulf of Mexico beaches from Texas to Florida. Yes, the Natural State has beaches of its own.