A pool below a rapid on the way to Rainbow Falls. Swimming is only partially suitable, as the banks are overgrown and the river is very nutrient-rich, especially after rainfall.

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Kurt Fortwängler

April 9, 2025

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Even if others see it differently (who are surely here too? ;-) ): Swimming is simply NOT an option at the moment, perhaps due to the time of year and the weather! I think a thumbs down is pretty inappropriate...

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