In the mood to go for a swim or perhaps even enjoy an afternoon scuba diving? What if you found out that you don’t need to travel hundreds of miles in order to do that? In fact, you can find a picturesque spot to swim and scuba dive in the middle of a little desert town. Intrigued? We hope so! Here’s a look at one perfect swimming spot you can enjoy year-round right here in New Mexico.
This swimming hole certainly looks ideal, doesn’t it? This is The Blue Hole, located in a northeastern New Mexico town called Santa Rosa. It is almost a two-hour drive from Albuquerque via Interstate 40.
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The swimming hole is actually a sinkhole that just happens to be filled with crystal clear water. It stays a cool 62-degrees throughout the year, making this an ideal spot for swimming no matter the season.
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The Blue Hole is a popular swimming spot throughout the year, attracting hundreds to cool off on hot summer days. But it’s the diving opportunities that really makes this spot stand out.
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The swimming hole measures about 80-feet wide and 80-feet deep. Combine the depth with beautifully clear water and caves you can explore, and you’ll see exactly why some people love to practice their scuba skills here.
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Once the weather really starts warming up, we bet you will love checking out this cool swimming spot! If you’ve been here, be sure to let us know what your experience was like!
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The Blue Hole is located at 1085 Blue Hole Road in Santa Rosa, which is approximately 116 miles east of Albuquerque via Interstate 40. You can find details about accessing the swimming hole by visiting the Santa Rosa tourism site, visitsantarosa.com.
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Hoping to go for a soak in a natural hot spring instead? You’ll want to check out Spence Hot Springs near Jemez Springs! Read more in The Easily Hikable Hot Springs In New Mexico With The Most Stellar Views.
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