Hike Just Over A Mile To This Spectacular Waterfall Swimming Hole In Maryland

Rocks State Park in Maryland offers a beautiful waterfall swimming hole at Kilgore Falls, perfect for a refreshing summer visit.

Have you always dreamed of swimming underneath a waterfall? You can do just that at the following park in Maryland, home to one of the best waterfall swimming holes in Maryland. Check out this spot that's full of natural beauty and is oh-so refreshing during warmer months. Read on, and plan your visit soon!

The waterfall is located within Rocks State Park in Maryland.

Note that the parking lot for the Falling Branch / Kilgore Falls Trail is by reservation-only during weekends from May 1st to Labor Day. You can find the link to reserve your spot at bottom of this article.

Be sure to reserve your parking spot! We wouldn't want you to miss out on a chance to experience one of the best swimming holes in Maryland.

The Falling Branch trail is just over a mile in length, at about 1.2 miles to be exact. You'll enjoy the woodland path...

...that has plenty of natural beauty along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for intricate tree roots...

...and wildflowers! Keep in mind that the trail is bumpy and uneven, so strollers are not recommended.

Eventually, you'll end up at Kilgore Falls, which was once a filming location of the Disney film, Tuck Everlasting. It's not hard to see why -- this spot is gorgeous!

This is always a great waterfall to seek out year-round...

...even during wintertime.

But most people like to visit during the summer months, when you can take a dip among the waterfall. The shallow areas are also great for toddlers who love to splash around.

It's not hard to see why this is beloved Maryland swimming hole is so popular in the summer. Just look at how beautiful that is!

Learn more about this trail, waterfall, and swimming hole by clicking on the website linked below.

This would make for one magnificent Maryland day trip!

Learn more about the Kilgore Falls area at Rocks State Park at the Maryland DNR website.

For another great outdoor adventure in Maryland, check out this article: The Soapstone Trail Loop Will Show You A Completely New Side Of Maryland!

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