The creek carved a pool into bedrock near where the Appalachian Trail crosses Jennings Creek. The water stays clear and cold even in August. People jump from the ledges around the edge — check the depth before you jump. Go in summer. It's about thirty minutes north of Roanoke in Botetourt County. Parking is limited and roadside. Arrive early on hot weekends.
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- ·Deep, clear swimming hole carved into bedrock.
- ·Near the Appalachian Trail crossing on Jennings Creek.
- ·Rock jumping from surrounding ledges — check depth before jumping.
- ·Best in summer; water is cold even in August.
- ·About 30 minutes north of Roanoke in Botetourt County.
- ·Limited roadside parking; arrive early on hot weekends.
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