Gorgeous Places In Which You Should Never Swim

Some of the most beautiful places on the planet also offer tempting bodies of water that invite you to dive in and take a dip in their extremely treacherous waters. Here are some of the most dangerous.

New Smyrna Beach in Florida

Local authorities have issued numerous health warnings about the water at this beach, due to the risk of catching an infectious disease. As if that weren't enough, there are about 9 shark attacks per year affecting swimmers in the area.

The Potomac River

The beautiful scenery along the Potomac River is an open invitation to seek adventure while rafting down its waters, but the view is deceiving and the river is extremely dangerous and rescue work is very difficult.

The Hoover Dam in Nevada

Even though it's illegal for people to swim in the Hoover Dam's reservoir, the calm water is an open invitation to jump in, which has resulted in the death of about 300 people in the last 15 years.

Jacob's Well in Texas

The water at Jacob's Well, located about an hour and a half away from Austin, looks refreshing and inviting, but it hides a dark secret that makes it one of the most dangerous places to swim, so it's best to look for another location to do so.

Condado Beach In Puerto Rico

A strong undertow together with powerful waves that could slam you against the large rocks framing the beach make this one of the most dangerous places to swim in the world.