About this spot
Salmon Hole is a popular Big Chico Creek swimming and jumping spot in Upper Bidwell Park, just downstream of Bear Hole, with rock ledges above a deep pool. Depth changes seasonally, so scout before jumping.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.