Cummins Falls

I heard about this place on the news in early August. It is rated in the Top 10 swimming holes in America. The land was purchased and it will become a State Park next year, but for now you can visit in a guided hike offered once a month. I figured it would be neat to go before it got busier, so I signed us up. They even said Ruby could come!

We had a great day. It was quite a hike into the falls and swimming hole, but well worth it. We had to hike through the woods, and then through the water for 3/4 mile. Ruby wasn't too sure of the water, and got chilled, so I carried her most of the way there and back. We were glad to have brought snacks and plenty of water!

This is me. Afraid of heights and much closer to the edge of the top of the falls than I'd like!

Eddie, Daniel, and Emily played in the falls while I sat with Ruby. Then Eddie and I traded places.This is a nice view of the swimming hole. Cold and refreshing!