Here's what writers say about the swimming hole and park, plus swimming safety tips, the full list and more. Midnight Hole, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Midnight Hole on the N.C. side of ...

Outside Magazine ranks Midnight Hole in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as one of the best swimming holes in the U.S. Located in North Carolina, Midnight Hole is a 3-mile hike from the Big ...

Reach her at iseaton@citizentimes.com. This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: 5 swimming holes in Western NC: Deep Creek, Sliding Rock, more ...

Starting March 1, 2023, drivers that park in Great Smoky Mountain National Park will be charged a $5 daily fee, $15 for a tag up to 7 days or $40 for annual parking.

Swimming under the influence, especially in natural bodies of water, is unsafe. Bring a rope - "Most natural swimming holes are not equipped with safety or rescue equipment.