Blue Hole reservations and current Jacob's Well access
Swim at Blue Hole Regional Park with a reservation. Visit Jacob's Well for the spring, trails, and natural area—but not for swimming while the current Hays County closure remains in effect.
Blue Hole uses published half-day swimming sessions during its season. Choose the 9 a.m.–1 p.m. or 2–6 p.m. session first, then check the city status and water-quality pages on the trip date.
Cypress shade, lawns, and a defined swimming area make Blue Hole the straightforward choice for families and first-time visitors. Admission to the park does not guarantee a swim slot.
The artesian spring and surrounding natural area remain open to visitors, but swimming is closed under the latest county alert. No reservation or fee is required for a hiking visit under the current park rules.
The city park pairs spring-fed Cypress Creek with mature cypress trees and grassy banks. A half-day reservation gives enough time to swim and cool off without assigning the entire weekend to one park.
Jacob's Well is the visible outlet of an artesian spring and a focal point within a protected natural area. Walk the trails, see the spring from the designated viewing area, and follow the posted rules around the water.
The preserve's trails cross limestone and Hill Country vegetation above the spring. This contextual trail view is not a documentary image of a named trail; use the county map and posted signs for the actual route.
Official access checks
Book the required swim session and read the current swimming FAQs on the City of Wimberley Parks and Recreation site.
Read the city's latest test reports and status notice rather than assuming yesterday's conditions still apply.
Read the Hays County Natural Area alert. The July 18, 2026 update says hiking only and no swimming.
Bring wet-gear storage for Blue Hole, sturdy shoes for the natural areas, sun protection, and enough water for exposed summer walks.
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Blue Hole and Jacob's Well have different access rules. Check both official sites again before your trip.
No. Blue Hole Regional Park offers reserved swimming during its open season. Hays County's alert updated July 18, 2026 says Jacob's Well is not allowing swimming and the Natural Area is open for hiking only. Read the current county alert before visiting.
Yes during the published swim season. The City of Wimberley currently offers half-day sessions from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. Check the current season banner, availability, swimming FAQs, and water-quality reports before travel.
A day trip works from Austin or San Antonio, especially with a Blue Hole reservation already secured. Stay overnight if you also want time for the square, Old Baldy, dinner, and a Jacob's Well hiking visit.
Blue Hole's normal published swim season runs from May 1 through Labor Day, plus September weekends, subject to current conditions. Cooler months suit Old Baldy, the Jacob's Well trails, the square, and Hill Country drives without summer heat.
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