The Quarry at Carrigan Farms with Doug Carrigan

What better way to beat the heat on a summer day than by cooling off at a refreshing swimming hole? In the Charlotte area, Carrigan Farms is a local favorite for swimming, relaxing, getting a bite to eat, and more. Hear Doug Carrigan share about this refreshing natural quarry, the farm, and all the summer fun at Carrigan Farms!

Segment Highlights:

The Quarry at Carrigan Farms was formed in the late 1960s, when a half million tons of stone were taken to build I-77. When it filled with water, it became a fun swimming hole for the Carrigan family and friends!
Water temperatures at the quarry are typically in the high 70s and low 80s – cooler and more refreshing than a backyard swimming pool, which will heat up more in the summer sun.
The quarry is three times cleaner than water at Lake Wylie and Lake Norman
Carrigan Farms is a 5^th generation farm in Mooresville, NC
Besides the Quarry, the farm also offers fresh fruit and vegetables, is a corporate venue and wedding venue, and has a haunted trail in the fall.
With the Quarry entrance fee, you also have access to two fishing ponds on the property.
Open swim also features a platform jump and rope swing into the water.
Food is served at open swim, including hamburgers and hotdogs with farm-fresh toppings grown at Carrigan Farms
When visiting, swimmers must wear a life jacket unless you pass a swim test, which includes treading water, doing a pull-up, and swimming across the quarry,

Things You’ll Learn by Listening:

Learn about the history of the Quarry at Carrigan Farms and how the farm has evolved over the years. Doug Carrigan shares more about the Quarry and all they have to offer, including a restaurant at open swim, fishing ponds, and a refreshing swimming hole.

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Visit Carrigan Farms in Mooresville, NC for refreshing swimming and summer fun!

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