This year’s winter may have overstayed its welcome, but now that spring has finally sprung and the sunshine is beaming down upon us – we’re already starting to think about where exactly we can cool off this summer. A great day trip that’s worth taking, it’s time you start thinking about heading up to St. Lawrence County to uncover a small secluded beach that’s tucked away in one of our serene forests.

Up along the Grass River in the small town of Clare, explorers can take a half-mile hike out into the Grass River Wild Forest to discover a secluded little paradise.
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An easy hike that everyone of all ages can enjoy, this trail right off of County Road 27 will lead you straight to Lampson Falls.
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A 40-foot tall waterfall that spans across 100-feet, during the summer you'll find a nice shallow pool of water at the base of the falls that's perfect to swim in.
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As you start to hike through the forest you'll begin to hear the roar of the falls from the near distance, quickly inducing excitement to a whole new level.
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At the base of Lampson Falls, you'll find a small sandy beach and plenty of shaded picnic areas where you can put all your things for the afternoon.
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With soaring views of the river and surrounding forests, you'll love the view from the top of the falls just as much as you do from the beach!
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A great alternative to some of New York's other more popular and well-known waterfall swimming spots, Lampson Falls is great to keep in mind when you're thinking about taking a day trip up north to get away from it all. To find out more about the Grass River Wild Forest and the Lampson Falls Trail, click here.

Never been up to these neck of the woods before? Then grab directions to Lampson Falls right from Google Maps below!

Have you ever gone swimming at Lampson Falls? If you have, be sure to share your pictures and stories with us in our comments! To discover more amazing waterfall hikes, read about how This Waterfall Staircase Hike May Be The Most Unique Trail In All Of New York.

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