Secret Swimming California

Secret Swimming California is your ultimate guide to the wildest, most beautiful, and most hidden swimming spots across the Golden State. From icy mountain pools and desert oases to waterfall-fed lagoons and tucked-away river bends, this book is packed with handpicked locations that go far beyond the typical beach day.

Whether you’re craving a remote canyon dip, a swim under a secret waterfall, or a soak in a natural hot spring, Secret Swimming California takes you there — with detailed descriptions, directions, safety tips, and insider knowledge on when and how to visit.

Perfect for adventurous travelers, weekend wanderers, and nature lovers, this guide invites you to dive into California’s most unforgettable freshwater escapes — many of them known only to locals and off the tourist radar.

Let the crowds have the coast — this is California like you’ve never swum it before.