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Rocky Gorge Pools
Albany, New Hampshire
Swift River pools above and below the Rocky Gorge on the Kancamagus — upstream / downstream of the viewing-only gorge.
At a glance
Overview
Rocky Gorge Pools refers to the Swift River pools just above and below the Rocky Gorge itself, inside the WMNF Rocky Gorge Scenic Area in Albany on the Kancamagus Highway. Locals use the upstream and downstream pools for swimming and jumping; the gorge itself is viewing-only and has a documented fatality history. WMNF recreation pass required. No lifeguard. Heavy summer-weekend use.
- County
- Carroll County
- Region
- Kancamagus Highway
- Water type
- Gorge
- Swim feature type
- Gorge pool
Know before you go
Public
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From the Kancamagus Highway in Albany, use the WMNF Rocky Gorge Scenic Area parking lot. The gorge is viewing-only; walk upstream or downstream along the Swift River to the open pools.
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