This Waterfall Swimming Hole In Missouri Is Perfect For A Summer Day

Rocky Falls, an Ozark wonder, is a perfect example of a classic Ozark Mountain “shut-in” and a great way to spend a summer day with the family. If you’re looking for a unique way to beat the heat during the “dog days of summer,” give this waterfall swimming hole in Missouri a try. Let’s explore one of the best waterfalls in Missouri that you can swim in.

Rocky Falls is located in the Stegall Mountain Natural Area. This neat shut-in features a 40-foot cascading waterfall with a nice pool at the bottom. It's perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day.

In my opinion, it's one of the best swimming holes in Missouri, and you really must experience it for yourself.

The National Park Service owns this land and maintains a picnic area and a gravel parking lot for access to this amazing spot near Eminence, Missouri. A pit toilet is also nearby.

Given the right conditions, the bottom section of the falls can even be used as a natural water slide.YouTube user vannostrummd

If you're feeling particularly adventurous, the Ozark Trail intersects Rocky Creek about a half mile downstream via a roadbed that follows the creek.

This natural swimming hole in Missouri is a hidden gem in The Show Me State and a perfect spot to spend a hot summer day.

Getting there: From Winona, travel 9 miles north on Highway H. Turn right (east) on Highway NN and follow it for 2 miles and turn right (south) onto Shannon County Road 526. Go 0.3 mile and bear left to the road fork to the picnic ground and parking area. A short trail leads to the falls.

If you’re searching for more waterfalls in Missouri that you can swim in, here’s a YouTube video by tallfarmboy showing another incredible waterfall swimming hole in Missouri:

https://youtu.be/5BiGY-6wiqM

Have you been to this secret spot in the Ozarks? Or do you have another favorite waterfall swimming hole in Missouri? We'd love to know in our comments!

Do you love chasing waterfalls? If you do, you’ll definitely want to visit Missouri’s tallest waterfall. Also, before you hit the trails to chase waterfalls, read our ultimate hiking packing list article for a list of essential items for your trip.