beginner
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Old Beach at Bayou St. John (the "Swim Hole")
Old Beach at Bayou St. John in New Orleans is a freshwater bayou swimming spot known as 'the Swim Hole' with protected urban water access. Beginner swimmers appreciate the calm, enclosed conditions, though water clarity varies with seasons and rainfall. This historic local swimming spot requires awareness of urban water quality standards.
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Old Beach at Bayou St. John (the "Swim Hole")
30.0274, -90.0854
Details
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Coordinates
- 30.0274, -90.0854