Swim in the Buck River

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This unique swimming hole is in Sandisfield, Massachusetts in the Buck River.

his swimming hole is 7 feet deep. At the top of the swimming hole is a 12-foot waterfall with slide down. There is developed camping on the NY side in Copake Falls NY - Taconic State Park. You can also swim in a water-filled quarry: there is a roped off area, complete with a diving platforms and lifeguard (and a $6 day-use fee).

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Swimming

Hiking

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

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Forest

River

Waterfall

Swimming Hole

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