Think our national parks are only good for hiking and scenic drives? Think again, says our national parks columnist.

Tucked deep in forests, behind old mining trails or on islands only reachable by boat, these secret swim spots across the ...

With lighthouse views and beach-side fun, this underrated spot on Lake Michigan makes for the perfect family vacation.

Forget swarming beach crowds and resort ... Water stays cool and deep year-round. Nearby: Try Jumping Off Rock overlook for a panoramic view of the lake before your swim. Why go: Remote and ...

Lodi Lake Beach is closed for swimming due to high bacteria levels in the water, officials said. Lodi city officials said that the lake would be closed for swimming as it conducts regular water ...

Many popular natural swimming spots don't allow swimming legally - whether deemed unsafe by police or located on private ...

Two spots in California made a recent ranking of the top swimming holes within U.S. National Parks. Outdoor Magazine released its roundup of the "9 Best Swimming Holes in Our National Parks" last week ...

California is packed with wild, beautiful places to swim— if you know where to look. Here’s where to find them. No resort pass or beach sticker required.

Two Jersey Shore bay beaches and two lake beaches have been placed under swimming advisories as of Tuesday for elevated levels of bacteria, according to the state’s beach monitoring program.

Beach badges for the Cove swimming area on Lake Lenape in Hamilton Township are available for purchase at County Seat Florist and Main Street Hardware in Mays Landing. Seasonal passes cost $12 for ...