Swimming Holes
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Swimming Holes
Nothing says summer in the Texas Hill Country quite like a day spent at one of its swimming holes. From crystal-clear spring-fed pools and shady rivers to hidden swimming holes surrounded by limestone cliffs and towering cypress trees, these natural escapes have been creating family memories for generations. Whether you’re planning a full day of swimming, picnicking, or simply cooling off on a hot afternoon, these are some of the best places to experience a Hill Country summer.
Hamilton Pool Preserve (Dripping Springs)
A stunning collapsed grotto featuring a 50-foot waterfall cascading into a jade-green basin. Reservations are required year-round via the Travis County Parks website.
24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Jacob’s Well Natural Area (Wimberley)
An artesian spring bubbling out of a deep, vertical underwater cave system. Swimming is open in the summer, and passes book out quickly through the Hays County Parks system.
1699 Mt Sharp Rd, Wimberley, TX 78676
Website: https://www.hayscountytx.gov/444/Jacobs-Well-Natural-Area
Blue Hole Regional Park (Wimberley)
A picturesque, tree-lined stretch of Cypress Creek with crystal-clear waters and classic rope swings. Reserve your swimming timeslot directly with Wimberley Parks and Rec.
333 Blue Hole Lane Wimberley, TX 78676
Krause Springs (Spicewood)
A privately-owned property featuring 32 natural springs, a waterfall, and plenty of trees for shade. Swimming and camping passes can be viewed on the Krause Springs site
424 County Road 404, Spicewood, TX 78669
Devil’s Waterhole at Inks Lake State Park (Burnet)
Deep swimming spots surrounded by pink granite cliffs where thrill-seekers can cliff jump. Passes are available via the Texas Parks & Wildlife site.
3630 Park Rd 4 W, Burnet, TX 78611
