🏞️ River Swim
🟡 Moderate $3 USFS day-use fee at public accesses
🌊 About Blue Hole – Ocoee River
Deep, clear pool on the Upper Ocoee near the 1996 Olympic whitewater venue; popular for jumping and snorkeling.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$3 USFS day-use fee at public accesses
Water Temperature
💧 Cold, clear
Best Season
📅 Late spring–early fall weekdays best (avoid summer weekends — high water flow)
Water Type
River pool near whitewater center
Managed By
US Forest Service (Cherokee National Forest)
County
Polk County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Near Ocoee Whitewater Center, US-64, Ducktown, TN
Access Notes:
Easy access from parking lot; moderate rock-hopping to explore upriver; water-release-schedule dependent
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $3 USFS day-use fee at public accesses
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace