Gem Pool
Bretton Woods · Northern White Mountains
Gem Pool is a White Mountains trail swim spot reached from the Ammonoosuc Ravine corridor, with trailhead-style parking and a separate pool pin.
Key facts
Swimming
Swimming varies b…
Access
Trail hike from public trailhead
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Visitors planning a Gem Pool stop
Swimmers looking for accessible New Hampshire water
People comfortable with natural river, brook, or pond footing
Skip
Recent rain has raised current or changed depth
You need lifeguarded swimming conditions
You are not prepared for slippery rock, mud, current, or cold water
Before you go
- Check current, water temperature, and footing before entering.
- Use extra caution around children and weaker swimmers.
- Respect closures, signage, and private property boundaries.
- Pack out trash and avoid damaging banks or shoreline.
- Natural water conditions change quickly across New Hampshire.