Often, the best way to cool off can’t be found in a backyard pool or at the community center. Swimming holes across Texas are great spots to discover family traditions while taking a dip in nature.
With you in mind, Patten Title has compiled this list of the top 25 swimming holes across Texas.
Swimming Holes for Your Bucket List
Address: 9207 Texas 17, Toyahvale
About: It’s the largest spring-fed pool in the world.
Address: 2201 William Barton Dr., Austin
About: A year-round outdoor pool that is always 69 degrees.
Address: 3755 S Capital of Texas Hwy. B, Austin
About: Swim at Sculpture Falls after hiking about a half-mile to Twin Falls for this great watering hole.
Address: 100 Bluehole Lane, Wimberly
About: Water stays at a balmy 75 degrees year-round. Great place to swim.
Address: 1337 Spyglass Drive, Austin
About: An out-of-the-way beach that is popular with locals who want to avoid the crowds.
Address: 401 Deep Eddy Drive, Austin
About: The oldest pool in Texas, you can feel the history oozing out of it while swimming.
Address: 3630 Road 4 West, Burnet
About: Scenic swimming spot dotted with waterfalls and filled with clear water.
Address: 2221 N. Raguet St., Lufkin
About: Located in the Sam Houston National Forest, it’s a great place to swim and camp.
Frio River at Garner State Park
Address: 234 RR 1050, Concan
About: Great spot to cool off in with lots of excellent views.
Address: 24300 Hamilton Rd,. Dripping Springs
About: The watering hole, with some spectacular views, is covered by a half dome.
Address: 565 Park Rd. 40 West, Huntsville
About: Swim, fish and paddle in Lake Raven while camping at Huntsville.
Address: 1699 Mt. Sharp Rd., Wimberly
About: One of the longest underwater caves in Texas (check website for availability).
Address: 404 Krause Springs Rd, Spicewood
About: A privately owned camping and swimming site, Krause Springs has 32 springs.
Address: 300 State Rd. 65, Livingston
About: One of the largest lakes in Texas, Lake Livingston has plenty of cool, deep water to splash around in.
Lake Longhorn Multisport Training Lake
Address: 2391 Gun Range Rd., League City
About: A lake for serious athletes who like to scuba dive or swim competitively or for anyone who wants to just take a dip.
Address: 14222 Park Rd. 57, Somerville
About: Great place for kids to swim in this shallow water lake.
Address: 634 Park Rd. 48, South Jasper
About: Swim in the B.A. Steinhagen Reservoir, or rent kayaks and canoes.
Address: 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway, Austin
About: For sheer beauty, you can’t beat Onion Creek for swimming with its limestone ledges and clear water.
Address: 6439 Holly Grove Road, Livingston
About: An out-of-the-way creek that is good for a summer splash.
Address: 13274 Scotts Ridge Road, Montgomery
About: Located on Lake Conroe, Scott’s has picnic tables, a boat launch and a swimming hole.
Secret Beach at Roy G Guerrero Park
Address: 400 Grove Blvd., Austin
About: This shallow swim hole is a great place to walk your dog and wade in the water.
Address: 300 W 7th St. Camp, Wood
About: A gorgeous swimming hole fed by the Nueces River that is secluded from the crowds.
Address: Blue Hole Lane, Wimberley
About: Swimming hole that is lined with Cypress trees, it’s a beautiful place to frolic in the water.
Address: 21 Wolf Creek Park Rd., Coldspring
About: A great place for campers at Wolf Creek to swim at Lake Livingston, which is good for kids or experienced swimmers.
Address: 248 Woodsy Hollow Rd., Goodrich
About: Swim at Sleepy Hollow Lake, a beautiful private lake, while camping at Woodsy Hollow.
