We all want to stay cool, especially during the hottest stretches of summer. Sure, we can go to classic water parks, swim in our local pool, or chill in the A/C. Then there are those days when nothing sounds quite as good as a day splashing in the cool water of a swimming hole as a waterfall cascades down right by us. Bookmark a day – or more – this summer for a trip to this sensational waterfall swimming hole in Missouri, if you haven’t already.

You won't have far to stroll to reach Grand Falls in Joplin. Just follow the .02-mile path from the parking lot that leads straight to the majestic waterfall that's...
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Surrounded by lush vegetation and massive rocks. You might even want to bring along a picnic lunch.
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Just be prepared for large crowds, especially on hot summer days. If you plan on swimming in the pool into which the waterfall tumbles, your best bet is to wear water shoes.
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As the "largest continuously flowing natural waterfall" in the state, Grand Falls cascades down just 12 feet but boasts a width of 163 feet.
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Wade, float, and splash in the cool water of Shoal Creek. Even if you don't feel like slipping into the creek, dangle your feet in the water to stay cool.
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If you're close enough, you'll likely feel the cool mist of the waterfall as it makes its way into the creek.
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Grand Falls is a picture-perfect summer destination. However, you probably want to check the waterfall out, too, during the fall and the winter just because it's simply breathtaking all year around.
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Plan your visit to Grand Falls by stopping by the official website of Visit Joplin, MO. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Do you have a favorite waterfall swimming hole in Missouri? Join the conversation in the comments! Prefer a classic sandy beach to a waterfall swimming hole? Make a splash at these six beaches in Missouri all summer long.

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