Emerald Pool (Yuba River)

Emerald Pool is a pool in California along the Yuba River. The South Yuba River flows down a waterfall into a sheer rock canyon with two pools. The walls around the first pool measure from around to in height with a length of around and width of around. The crystal-clear water is deep, near the middle of the pool, and many people jump off the cliffs for enjoyment. A second pool nearby is nearly as large. Despite the cool water temperature it is a popular swimming spot, particularly among young adults.