Man-made pools are nice, but no trip to Mount Washington Valley is complete without a refreshing dip in the area's natural ponds and waterfalls. When the heat of the summer seems unbearable, escape to one of these many natural watering holes and let the cool mountain stream rush over you. Take a scenic hike, combine it with a dip in any of these watering holes, and you’re sure to love life in the mountains. This is the North Country way to enjoy swimming! Here are some of the most accessible and popular spots. Take note: you won’t find lifeguards anywhere but Echo Lake State Park .
• Echo Lake State Park
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