Summer is just around the corner, which means fun in the sun and swimming! What if we told you to skip the beach and head to a waterfall swimming hole in Massachusetts instead? That may be an unconventional thought for those of us who live in a state that’s home to some of the best beaches in the country. However, you’ll undoubtedly want to take a refreshing dip in the pool at the bottom of this tiered waterfall.
Umpachene Falls Park in New Marlborough may be small, but it’s packed with plenty of scenery including a waterfall. At just five acres, you can hike to and take a dip in a waterfall swimming hole.
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This town park is located where the Umpachene River flows right into the Konkapot River.
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To visit, you must be a resident of New Marlborough or be a guest of someone who is. However, you may be able to talk your way in if the groundskeeper is there and you promise to respect the park.
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A short trail will take you to a stunning waterfall that feeds into a pool below.
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Once you get to Umpachene Falls, you’ll probably want to take a dip in its pool right away. But take some time to marvel at its beauty as it cascades over the rocks.
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If you have kids, this is the perfect place to bring them for a family-friendly activity in the summer.
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You’ll enjoy cooling off by wading in the pools below the tiered Umpachene Waterfall. It’s certainly worthy of your bucket list this summer!
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Have you taken a refreshing dip in this waterfall swimming hole in Massachusetts before? If not, put it on your summertime bucket list! To learn more, visit the Berkshires website.
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Address: Umpachene Falls Road, Umpachene Falls Rd, New Marlborough, MA, USA
