Spring-fed Texas
Spring Conservation and Education
Visit Texas destinations that interpret sensitive spring ecosystems, protected species, aquifers, historic water resources, and freshwater conservation through public programs and managed access.
Check current conditions
Spring flow, water quality, swimming access, closures, and capacity limits can change. Confirm current conditions with the official operator before traveling.
Protect sensitive springs
Follow posted rules, stay in designated areas, and avoid disturbing protected habitat, wildlife, vegetation, and historic water features.
Verify access
Admission, reservations, parking, swimming, guided access, and seasonal schedules vary by destination. Review each guide and its official source.
Destinations in this collection
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Balmorhea State Park
Toyahvale · Reeves County · West Texas
A spring-fed desert pool with swimming, camping, and historic CCC structures.
Barton Springs Pool
Austin · Travis County County · Central Texas
A three-acre, spring-fed public swimming pool in Zilker Park supplied by the Barton Springs system and known for year-round cool water.
San Marcos Springs at Spring Lake
San Marcos · Hays County County · Central Texas
A large aquifer-driven spring system forming Spring Lake and the headwaters of the San Marcos River, interpreted through public ecological tours and programs.
Jacob's Well Natural Area
Wimberley · Hays County County · Hill Country
A Hill Country artesian spring and karst natural area at the headwaters of Cypress Creek, protected for water, habitat, and public education.
Blue Hole Regional Park
Wimberley · Hays County County · Hill Country
A municipal Hill Country park centered on a clear Cypress Creek swimming area shaded by mature bald cypress trees.
Las Moras Springs at Fort Clark
Brackettville · Kinney County County · South Texas
A large artesian spring group at historic Fort Clark that forms the headwaters of Las Moras Creek and supplies a landmark spring-fed swimming pool.