Enjoy a stream-fed natural pool experience in Ringwood, open daily near Norvin Green State Forest.
Since 1935, Highlands Natural Pool has offered something rare in New Jersey, a stream-fed, chemical-free place to cool off under the trees. Set at 180 Snake Den Rd in Ringwood, this community-owned pool feels deeply connected to the woods around it, with a setting that invites slow walks, easy conversation, and long afternoons outdoors.
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, the pool serves the public with a simple idea that still feels special today, give people a natural swimming place that belongs to the community. The Olympic-sized water creates room to spread out, while the wooded surroundings near Norvin Green State Forest add a calm, open-air atmosphere that stands apart from a standard pool visit.
From day passes and memberships to picnic grove table and grill rental, the experience is built for relaxed summer plans, family outings, and local gatherings. If you are looking for a place in Ringwood, NJ that blends swimming, scenery, and a one-of-a-kind setting, this is the kind of spot people return to season after season.
At Highlands Natural Pool, the focus is on simple, memorable time in the water. Guests can enjoy public swimming pool access in a natural setting that feels refreshingly different from a conventional chlorinated pool, with the freedom to make a day of it at your own pace.
The pool offers day passes for casual visits and memberships for those who want to return often throughout the season. Because it is a stream-fed, community-owned facility, every visit connects you to a local tradition that has been part of Ringwood since 1935.
For gatherings, the picnic grove table and grill rental adds an easy way to turn a swim day into a full outdoor plan. It is a practical choice for families, friends, and small groups who want water, fresh air, and a wooded backdrop all in one place.
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It is a stream-fed, chemical-free natural pool in a wooded setting near Norvin Green State Forest in Ringwood, NJ.
The available services include public swimming pool access, day passes, memberships, and picnic grove table and grill rental.
The address is 180 Snake Den Rd, Ringwood, NJ 07456, USA.
Highlands Natural Pool is open every day, Monday through Sunday, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
No, it is a community-owned facility that is open to the public.
Its stream-fed, chemical-free water and wooded natural setting create a swim experience that feels much more connected to the outdoors.
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