Cool Off Naturally This July
From the deserts of El Paso to the pine forests of east Texas, the summer season brings soaring temperatures to the state. What better way is there to beat the summer heat than by cooling off in one of the state’s many natural pools?
Remember to put your safety first! It’s hot outside, and these natural areas may or may not have lifeguards. So, here are a few tips to help your family stay safe while enjoying the refreshing waters:
- Check the weather - if you hear thunder get out of the water
- Be aware of your surroundings - don't swim under or near logs, dams or objects that might trap you under them
- Swim in designated areas
- Supervise children at all times
- Know your limits
- Stay hydrated
- Wear appropriate swimwear that is lightweight
- Wear sunscreen
A multitude of Texas spring-fed swimming holes provide a breathtaking place to cool off and connect with nature across the state. Here’s a few that you and your family can check out this summer to have fun, explore nature and escape the Texas summer heat!
Central Texas
- Barton Springs Pool – Austin, TX
- Hamilton Pool Preserve – Dripping Springs, TX
- Krause Springs – Spicewood, TX
- Jacob’s Well Natural Area – Wimberley, TX
- Wimberley Blue Hole – Wimberley, TX
- Deep Eddy Municipal Pool – Austin, TX
- Hancock Springs Pool – Lampasas, TX
- Inks Lake State Park (Devil’s Waterhole) – Burnet, TX
- Colorado Bend State Park (Spicewood Springs) – Bend, TX
- Comal Springs at Landa Park – New Braunfels, TX
East Texas
- Boykin Springs Recreation Area – Zavalla, TX
- Lake Tejas – Colmesneil, TX
West Texas
- Balmorhea State Park – Toyahvale, TX
- Fort Clark Springs – Bracketville, TX
- Big Bend National Park – Terlingua, TX
- San Felipe Springs – Del Rio, TX
North Texas
- Kidd Springs Recreation Center – Dallas, TX
- Unk’s Lake Campground and Swimming Hole – Perrin, TX
Find more places to play, explore and cool off this summer while connecting with nature at NatureRocksTexas.org.
