WIMBERLEY WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Blue Hole in Wimberley: Cypress-shaded rope swings and a spring-fed swim lawn for hot Texas afternoons
Half Day Passes give timed access to the City of Wimberley’s Blue Hole Regional Park swimming area during the official swim season, this guide explains the site, rules, and what to bring.
Blue Hole in Wimberley: Cypress-shaded rope swings and a spring-fed swim lawn for hot Texas afternoons.
Nestled in Texas Hill Country beneath towering cypress, Blue Hole Regional Park is a spring-fed swimming hole where families gather on sun-warmed lawns to jump from rope swings, float in crystal-clear water, and picnic beneath shade. The City of Wimberley Parks and Recreation Department operates timed half-day reservations that concentrate activity into morning and afternoon sessions during the official swim season.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A spring-fed swimming hole
Blue Hole is a natural, spring-fed pool with clear water set in a protected swim area—an ideal spot for swimming and floating under the canopy of Cypress Trees.
Rope swings, swim lawn and family-friendly grounds
The site features grassy swim lawns for sunning and picnics and famous rope swings that provide the quintessential Blue Hole experience; the atmosphere is described as family-friendly.
Limited summer access—plan for peak days
The official swim season runs from May 1 through Labor Day, with weekend access extending into September; entry uses half-day reservation windows to manage capacity.
What the day feels like
What a half-day here feels like
A half-day pass compresses the Blue Hole ritual—arrive at the designated swimming area during your 4-hour window, stake out a spot on the swim lawn, slip into clear spring water, and rotate between lazy floats, sun breaks on the grass, and the short thrill of a rope swing. The operator runs distinct morning and afternoon sessions to spread use across the day.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half-day pass suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Half-day sessions run 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.; the official swim season is May 1 through Labor Day with weekend access in September.
Permitted items include ice chests with food, camp chairs, 12-by-12-foot or smaller pop-up shade tents, floats, and inner tubes. No glass, alcohol, smoking, or BBQ grills in the swim lawn area.
The swim area is ecologically sensitive—children under 13 must be accompanied, tree jumping/climbing is prohibited, pets are not allowed in the swim lawn, and swimming is at your own risk. Blue Hole does not close for rain, but lightning within a 10-mile radius triggers evacuation and 30-minute closures; water-quality or groundwater conditions can also suspend swimming.
All access and reservations are tied to the Blue Hole Regional Park swimming area; follow operator guidance from the City of Wimberley Parks and Recreation Department on arrival and check-in.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the Blue Hole swim season?
The swim season runs from May 1 through Labor Day, with weekend access continuing in September.
What are the half-day session hours?
Sessions are 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and 2 p.m.–6 p.m.
Does Blue Hole close for rain?
Blue Hole does not close for rain; however, if lightning is detected within a 10-mile radius the swim area will be evacuated and closed for 30 minutes.
What if the swim area is closed during my reservation?
If the swimming area is closed for 50% or more of your reservation period due to conditions like lightning, a 100% refund will be issued; swimming may also be suspended for unsafe bacteria levels or poor visibility.
What items are allowed and not allowed on the swim lawn?
Allowed: ice chests with picnic lunches, camp chairs, 12-by-12-foot or smaller pop-up shade tents, floats, and inner tubes. Not allowed: glass containers, alcohol, smoking/vaping, BBQ grills, pets in the swim lawn, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, or extra-large inflatables. Tree jumping or climbing is prohibited.