Top 7 parks in Hays County When not attending camp this summer, families can always make the most of our county’s parks and natural areas. Below, we, at the Hays County Echo, highlighted a few of our favorite parks for swimming, nature walks, disc golfing and more.
1. JACOB’S WELL Jacob’s Well is an 81-acre natural area with an artesian spring that releases thousands of gallons of water every day. It is home to the second largest fully submerged cave in Texas and has been a popular destination for SCUBA divers. Many divers have perished in the extensive underground cave system that connects to the Trinity Aquifer, so public SCUBA diving is no longer permitted. Entrance to the natural area is free, but reservation and entrance fee to the spring is required during swim season. Admittance may be limited during peak times.
2. BLUE HOLE A treasured swimming hole fed by the cool waters of Cypress Creek, the surrounding 126 acre parkland has been developed with picnic areas, a community pavilion, amphitheater, playscape, basketball and volleyball courts, and 3.5 miles of hiking trails.
3. DUDLEY JOHNSON PARK A.k.a. Five Mile Dam, this 42-acre park has picnic areas, soccer fields and one of the best swimming holes around. It may look a little overgrown right now, but the river is open for swimming. The county is forgoing Buda mowing right now to allow for reforestation of the park because Kyle of massive erosion due to flooding.
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