Wild Swim Atlas

Wain Wath Force

Muker, Yorkshire DalesWaterfall pool on River SwaleSwimming reported

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A roadside waterfall on the River Swale with a natural plunge pool used for swimming.

Water
Waterfall pool, River Swale
Entry
Free

When you can swim

Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

Getting there

On the River Swale near the road between Muker and Keld; roadside access is reported near the gate to the waterfall.

54.4093, -2.1801

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Questions about Wain Wath Force

Can you swim at Wain Wath Force?

Yes. Sources describe the plunge pool as a popular swimming spot and say wild swimming is possible.

Does it cost anything to swim at Wain Wath Force?

Free

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