The Emerald Swimming Hole In New Hampshire That’s Devastatingly Gorgeous

The Granite State is full of natural wonders tucked away from the beaten path. Luckily we've found one that is on the beaten path -- quite literally. Just off the Baldface Circle Trail in Chatham, a popular hiking destination, you'll find the stunning Emerald Pool in New Hampshire. Full disclosure though: once you reach this pool you may not want to hike any further, because it is just that beautiful. This is one of my favorite hikes when the temperatures rise and I think you'll love it, too!

Emerald Pool has crisp, clear water that has a magical green glow. The swimming hole is fed by a 20-foot waterfall that winds through the boulders at one end, which just adds to the magic.

Make sure you bring all of your swimming gear, including a beach towel AND your camera. You'll find an abundance of photo-worthy spots along this trail and, of course, at the pool.

Many people think those boulders are perfect for jumping off into Emerald Pool's frigid waters.

When you look at the pool, you'll swear the bottom is covered in gemstones.

Emerald Pool is a short 0.8-mile hike

from the trail head on a well-traveled trail, so most people will be able to reach it fairly easily.

Access the pool from the Baldface Circle Trail trail head in the White Mountain National Forest.

Please note that, according to an Only In New Hampshire reader, you can navigate to the swimming hole by plugging these coordinates into your GPS: 44°14'14.82"N , 71°00'55.43"W.Check out YouTuber Angela Mauro's visit to the Emerald Pool in this video:

Hiking to Emerald Pool can be done year-round, but it's especially great in the summer when the weather is warm. Feel free to bring your dog, just make sure it's on a leash. If you plan on checking out the trail and doing more hiking in the future, you'll want to make sure you have a subscription to AllTrails+, which provides alerts for wrong turns and the ability to download maps offline.

You can learn more about hiking in the White Mountain National Forest by visiting the official Forest Service website.

Have you been to this emerald pool in New Hampshire? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! Ready for more swimming fun? Get ready to visit the 10 best swimming holes in New Hampshire! Each deserves a spot on your summer bucket list!