On a hot day, what is better than cooling off and taking a dip in one of the incredible New Hampshire swimming holes? From gorgeous waterfall swimming holes in New Hampshire to peaceful pools, there's something to suit everyone! Check 'em out!

Pull off the Kanc outside Conway to find this great swimming hole. It's got a parking lot, restrooms, and picnic tables. The best part is that the water has carved a natural waterslide into the rock! This makes it one of the best swimming holes in New Hampshire!

This is one of the best-known New Hampshire swimming holes, but for good reason. Just off the Baldface-Loop Trail on Baldface Mountain, this pool looks green from a distance but has the most crystal clear water you can ask for.

It's hard to see in this picture, but these lovely falls lead to a large, wide pool - it's both picturesque and a perfect swimming spot. Find it off Lower Falls Road in Carroll. Learn more about Lower Ammonoosuc Falls, and then go enjoy the day there.

Head to the Smith River to find this gorgeous area under a waterfall that's perfect for a swim. There's a parking lot and picnic tables, so it's a great place to spend a few hours! Learn more about one of the best waterfall swimming holes in New Hampshire, and then go check it out.

At Cascade Park in Woodstock, you'll find a bumpy natural ride on the Pemigewasset River in a wonderful swimming area. Wear shorts so the ride over the rocks doesn't tear your swimsuit! Check out more about this natural water park, then have a fun day there.

This gorge has been carved by thousands of years of water into beautiful smooth rock formations that will astound you as you swim. The water is chilly, but it's worth it for the scenery! Learn more about this stunning gorge, and then plan your next visit.

If you haven't been to Diana's Baths in North Conway, you're absolutely missing out. This spot is truly extraordinary - you'll feel like you went to an other-worldly spa. Read about the hike to Diana’s Baths, and then grab the whole family and check it out.

On the Bemis Brook Trail off of the Arethusa Falls Trail, you'll find a lovely small waterfall with a perfect pool beneath it. Learn about the hike to one of the best swimming holes in New Hampshire, then pencil in your next visit.

This spot offers not only a gorgeous swimming hole but also an incredible natural waterslide. This one is even more dramatic than the slide at Lower Falls.

What do you think? Do you agree these are some of the best New Hampshire swimming holes? Be sure to chime in with your thoughts or other recommendations in the comment section. We would love to hear from you! Need some gear to make your hikes to swimming holes in NH perfect? Check out all the offerings from our friends at Backcountry.

If you're looking for a longer excursion on the water, why not take a ride on New Hampshire's natural lazy river?