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Kingsland Slab, a not-so-secret local favorite

With an abundance of water and granite, swimming holes in the Texas Hill Country are bound to be as plentiful as spring bluebonnets. Out of the numerous hot spots for cooling off, the Kingsland Slab is the one favored by Read more…

July 7, 2026

Jump into the glistening water at the Falls Dam in Blanco State Park. Photo by JoAnna Kopp

Outdoors, Swimming Holes

Swim in the glistening water at Blanco State Park

JoAnna Kopp

Jump into the river at Blanco State Park and swim along the cascading waterfalls for an escape from the Texas heat. Admission is only $5 per person and free for children under 12. After leaving the headquarters, the road will Read more…

April 18, 2016