You’ll Want To Spend All Day At Coos Canyon, A Waterfall-Fed Pool In Maine
When the temperatures in Maine rise (and yes, they do eventually!) the best way to cool down is by taking a dip. Ocean water offers a level of cold you need to mentally prepare for weeks in advance, but lakes and rivers are a great alternative. Of these, our favorites are the swimming holes in the woods. This one, within close proximity to a parking area, offers a great place to cool down plus it has a fun waterfall!
Coos Canyon, located in Byron near Rangeley is one of the best places to enjoy an inland waterway during the summer.
But make your way further up the river and you'll find plenty of rock faces that can be jumped from. We certainly don't recommend this, but be aware that you're likely to see it while visiting. You'll find thrill seekers all over Maine and this beauty is no different.
For those looking for less than a cliff jump and more than simply wading, head to the smooth rocks that create a natural water slide. See how many you can glide down and then walk back to the top to try it again!
For as much fun as this is, you'd expect it to require some effort to find. Luckily that's not the case. Coos Canyon can be seen right from the road and it can be accessed by parking in the adjacent lot.
Coos Canyons near Rangeley can be accessed by parking in the adjacent lot. The area can be accessed year-round and it’s considered best in the spring and summer. You may want to skip the swim in the winter.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
