Rocky Gorge Pools
Albany · Kancamagus Highway
Rocky Gorge Pools is a Kanc swim-hole listing using the main public parking area and a separate downstream pool pin instead of the scenic-area overview point.
Key facts
Swimming
Swimming varies b…
Access
Short path from public scenic-a…
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Visitors planning a Rocky Gorge Pools stop
Swimmers looking for accessible New Hampshire water
People comfortable with natural river or pond footing
Skip
Recent rain has raised current or depth
You need lifeguarded swimming conditions
You are not prepared for slippery rock, mud, 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 riverbanks or shoreline.
- Natural water conditions change quickly across New Hampshire.