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Blue Hole – Buffalo River

📍 Flatwoods area
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Warm river water
Water Temp
🟡 Moderate
Difficulty
📅 Summer
Best Season
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🌊 About Blue Hole – Buffalo River

An unofficial but well-known "Blue Hole" swimming and jumping spot on the Buffalo River, a popular canoeing river near Nashville.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Warm river water
Best Season
📅 Summer
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
River swimming/jumping spot
Managed By
Informal / unofficial access
County
Perry / Humphreys County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
Near Flatwoods, TN (Buffalo River)

Access Notes:
Public access points along the river

GPS Coordinates
35.6321, -87.8282
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✅ 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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    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
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