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Barton Springs Pool
Texas
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Swimming holes in Texas
Texas mixes spring-fed swimming holes, shaded limestone grottos and cypress-lined river pools. Water here is often reservation-managed, so checking the official source before a trip is worth the extra minute.
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Understanding natural swimming in Texas
The Hill Country holds most of the state's best-known natural swimming: spring-fed pools that stay clear and cool, and river bends shaded by cypress. Because these spots sit close to fast-growing cities, many are busy and some use timed entry or reservations.
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